Basic survival items

[Nickofthewoods]

Small whistle for signaling hell

 

[Jimss]

I recently got soaked to the bone while moose scouting around the same time as the unfortunate deaths. I was in the alpine (10,500') when a sudden downpour soaked through what I thought was an excellent set of gortex raingear. If I wouldn't have had a tent set up with dry clothes I would have been in trouble if I was forced to spend the night in hypothermia conditions. You would be amazed at how spooky conditions can be even in the summer in high alpine areas....so be prepared!

After that experience I immediately ordered this:

SOL Excape Bivvy with Hood

Stay warm and dry with the high-visibility orange Escape Bivvy, a breathable bivvy crafted of a proprietary fabric that allows moisture to e

www.scheels.com

It is waterproof, breathable, etc. It is re-usable so it is possible to use multiple times. I was thinking it would be nice to use when it's super wet and I don't want me and my gear to get soaked in areas with little cover. It only weighs 8 oz and only takes up a tiny bit of room in a pack.