[pct-l] 10 Essentials

[AsABat]

And of course that should have been "extra food," but having an extra
foot would have been handy several times!

> My list from memory (I think I got it from Scouting). I break it down
> into categories for easier retention:
> 
> To wear:
> - rain protection
> - sun protection
> - extra clothing
> To consume:
> - extra foot
> - extra water
> Tools:
> - knife
> - first aid kit
> Light the way:
> - flashlight/headlamp
> - matches and fire starter
> - map and compass
> 
> TP makes 11.
> 
> For the rest of my gear, I do it by room:
> Kitchen - stove, cookware.
> Bathroom - TP, soap, medications.
> Closet - clothing.
> Bedroom - shelter, sleeping bag and pad.
> 
> Most of this is in one box in the closet so I don't even need a list,
I
> just review and make sure it's adequate. I have a separate box for
> winter snow trips with the avy beacon, probes, gaiters, crampons, etc.
> 
> AsABat