My 5 Item Minimalist Emergency Overnight Kit

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#backpacking #hiking #survival
This is just an idea I've been playing around with lately for a minimalist emergency overnight kit. What would you carry in your day pack that is lightweight and functional? My thinking is that this would be just enough to save you from being completely exposed in an unplanned overnight scenario. Please enjoy and subscribe if you like this type of content.

*Note: I'm not a survivalist, bush crafter, ultra lighter or anything like that. I am just someone interested in learning to become a better outdoorsman so please take my advice for theory, not practical instruction.

Knife retention hack video for my Mora Companion:

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- Sam
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It's a good start. Here are some small lightweight things I'd add: something for water purification or filtration. If your bottle is single wall, you can boil your water, but factor in the time that will take. Think about keeping warm if you're lost. The tarp is good for overhead shelter, but you'll want something for insulation as well. A mylar blanket helps reflect your body heat or heat from a fire. A large black trash bag can be filled with leaves for a mattress or blanket. And think about visibility. If you're lost, you'll want to be found. Even taking a bright orange bandana can help with that. Plus it can be used to pre-filter your water of sediment. And it can be sun protection for your head and neck as well. So my additions would be water purification tablets or a water filter, mylar blanket (or bivvy), orange bandana, and a couple of large black trash bags.

elisebrown
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Very nice kit. One thing I might add is a granola bar or a small package of almonds. It would be very light and provide energy if you are out for extended periods.

philgreco
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Sam, I am old enough to be your grandfather (83), but your common sense & practicality are encouraging! Unfortunately, there are some among today's younger generations who cannot distinguish a grasshopper from a Billy goat! After watching several of your videos, I am impressed with your choice of affordable gear, & clear & concise presentations. I am confident that someday in the future your current knowledge & growing experience will become Woods Wisdom that is both timely & timeless. In many ways you remind me of one of my grandsons who is about your age & is quite knowledgeable as a young outdoorsman. The two of you share many mutual interests. I also appreciate the brevity of your videos. Too many YouTube presentations are too lengthy, & the presenters rant, rave, & ramble! May God bless you in every good way, Young Man!

Georgecobb-sv
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It's not a bad idea, but if you're carrying a backpack anyway. you might as well add a few more things. An emergency sleeping bag. Nothing to cheap, something that'll hold up for multiple uses. A toque and gloves. Even in the summer, you lose most of your heat out of your head. And a pair of leather gloves to protect your hands as if you injure even one hand, it'll make building a fire for warmth much harder. a water filter and a few extra snacks. I'm guessing you are already carrying some water and some snacks if you're on a day hike to begin with. Having a water filter so you can get more water in a survival situation is pretty important. And the extra snacks are to help keep warm over night. When you body breaks down the food into useable energy, it also creates heat while doing it.

randyyeager
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I’d suggest preparing a quick deploy ridgeline and add a few tent stakes for the shelter system.

dbbeck
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You have I like to carry a closed cell sit upon. It weighs nothing, helps frame out my pack and keeps me from wet benches. If I had to do an overnight, I could lean against a tree, insulate my bottom from the heat sealing ground and wait it out. If I had a tea light, I could, very carefully, trap the heat with the tarp in a micro climate. Love your kit.

mrmicro
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Excellent! Good choices! Simple. Reliable. Lightweight.
Checks every box.
Remember, a good sized pack can be pulled over your feet and legs for a little more warmth.
That ball cap and a simple beanie is also more protection. Beanies are light. Take two!
Anyway, we can always think of something else but …
There is a fine line between tools and toys.
Quality oversized clothing with ample pockets. Sturdy footwear. Dry socks …

generator
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Great starter kit! Over time or when items are on sale you might want to to replace and add some items:
- get an orange or bright blue poncho, so you could be more easily found by rescuers
- add one or better two emergency blankets they can help managing in the cold
- make sure your 'normal' hiking gear includes a decent layer of warm clothing, possibly even a light poncho liner ( snugpack, 2nd hand woobie ), above the minimum
- add some duct tape ( 2'-3' ), good for many things, even works as tinder

If you disagree, please let me know, we all want to improve our kit!

alexandergutfeldt
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Basically agree on items except 3 of the items you should already have in your pocket for everyday carry: pocket knife, lighter, and I have an 100 lumen AAA flashlight. A poncho is about the same size as that ground sheet and more practical for hiking in rain and you can attach it to your belt.

miken
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Very nice. I myself have a poncho an a small tarp. My thinking is one is cover the other is protection. Of course time of year plays a big part. In summer anyone can get by with just a tarp. Fall can be very dangerous. Especially if you are only going out for the day. Your clothes might not be warm enough for night then take a late night shower.
I probably go overboard on survival. It’s been beat into me from boyscouts to the army. My last 4years I was part of Ranger school. I was part of desert phase(they no longer teach this). It was high desert In Utah. Because of the one meal a day and constantly moving we saw many injuries. The worst were in the beginning of winter.
I also believe training is most important. With training you find what really works an what’s just marketing.

richardhenry
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Its a good kit any place where rain and wind is a bigger problem than heat.
I like the tarp solution.

The first thing I would add to go bigger would probably be a small first aid kit.
Something to help with small or medium bleeding. Always good when you carry a knife.

mikkeljylland
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Very nice. Good balance between functionality and carry ability.

johnhebert
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Excellent. A couple of items to add. Another lighter. Spare battery. Some form of water purification. A zip lock with toilet paper. An ace bandage is also helpful if you have a knee or ankle injury and can’t walk. Also, a fleece pullover tied around the waist is invaluable for cold or rain. I learned all of this the hard way. Ran out of water in Moab Utah and it almost cost me my life. Thanks for the thoughtful video. Nicely done.

Rickyears
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Subscribed.
Hope to see many more videos on your channel.

ToyoteroMundial
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Perfect well thought out and simple kit that should be in every pack! Love it

schoonercreekdesigns
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Very nice. People are very quick to tell you what you should add, but it does defeat the spirit a bit. I don't have a head lamp when I do a quick day hike, but I do often take a emergency blanket. I think having something reusable like you is a very nice addition to your pack anyway, in case of sudden rain or if you want to seat somwhere to eat but don't want to sit in the mud !

opitir
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You had me at Mora.🤗 I would double up on the cordage.

dlighted
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All good stuff! However, for settung up a tarp, I have found that finding good flat spots between two good tie off points for a rigeline is not too common. I'd aim for 30-40' paracord. Also an emergency blanket and some sort firestarter like Vaseline cotton balls. A cheap compass too. All super lightweight. I want a decent signaling mirror for my kit. Thats a nice looking 1st aid kit, good chance theres a small mirror in it.

christophermcdowell
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Hi Sam, I really enjoyed this video. I like that you mentioned how it’s in addition to your regular items, such as SS water bottle and first aid kit (I’m willing to bet you’ve got a snack in there as well).
Keeping with your light weight and compact idea, I can suggest you add a 100% cotton bandana. It would only add minimal size/weight, although would provide you with the additional ability to filter water, make char cloth, make a sling/bandage scarf and can be used to absorb ground water or dew. If it was orange it could also be used as a flag or signal to draw attention. A second item would be a few small fire starters. These aren’t necessary, but are tiny, weigh nothing and would help start a fire in wet weather.
I’ve just subscribed, so I can see your future content 😊

lukefeain
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Sam, I enjoyed watching this one again because I am working on a low cost kit using basically the same items you used, but for almost free. When I get it together, I'll probably e-mail you to expalin it in detail so that you can consider doing a video. I do not have the skills or equipment to do what you do; BUT I can share segments of my experience which might help others with outdoor interests to acquire useful gear without breaking the bank.! By shopping carefully & keeping my eye open for useful discards & making some of my gear, I have assermbled a FULL-SIZE basic kit for under $5. I could pay full-price for the same items & probably spend $100 or more! ARE YOU INTERESTED in learning more? Thanks, & have a blessed week-end!

Georgecobb-sv