After being inspired by Twiggy's EWLS system. I re-examined my requirements and realized that I have been doing dirt time for 2 and 3 days at a time, and would usually just mix and match my gear for whatever I was planning to do. What I am attempting to make is to create a base pack that would...

Depending on how much of a hike or day in the woods this is what I always carry. Milbank bag (filters dirty colored water) Msr Miniworks Miniworks repair kit Sweetwater Chlorine drops (not in photo) Msr Camelback Nalgene bottle Us Army Canteen and canteen cup Open Country Foldable pot Ramen...

As my second post here, I would like everyone to critique my daypack that I also plan on using as a BOB, if need be. It stays in my vehicle at all times (except hot months, where I try to keep it in cooler places). My setup: Kelty Redwing (sage green) Patagonia Rain Shadow rain pants North...

This is my survival pack or BOB, but I don't really like that term. It is based off of a wilderness survival situation. The duration that I am planning for is 7-10 days, with the tools to find food, water, and shelter indefinitely. Since I am new to this site but not to this idea, I am going...