Brunton Monocular
$35
Good for seeing animals (I've seen plenty of deer along the tracks), and far ahead along the path.
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Multi-plier
$30
For repair or needing to put together a shelter, etc.
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Headlamp
$55
Sometimes you're out later than usual and suddenly it's dark - or you're inside somewhere with no light.
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Wind-up flashlight
$25
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LED light sticks
$7.50
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Radio pouch
$29
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Radio x2 set
$80
Keeping communication if 2 people are far apart enough on the trip, during scouting, etc.
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Camelbak MULE hydration pack
$100
Gotta keep hydrated, also seems to serve well as a small backpack.
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Wire-saw
$8
Never know if you have to cut through some wood to build a shelter.
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Fatboy Versipack
$70
A decent size waist-pack (minus the gun)
Medium assault pack
$40
Bigger packpack which supports hydration reservoirs (Camelbak)
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Individual first-aid kit
$25
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Gear pouch
$11
Good for camera or other supplies
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Sweat-wicking t-shirt
$10
Important to wick away moisture, especially if you've been sweating and it gets cold later
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Rain poncho
$15
Don't wanna get caught in a storm without this
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Water/chemical resistant leather gloves
$33
Helpful when climbing rocky or rough terrain
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Padded patrol belt
$35
Can add MOLLE pouches, etc. for carrying gear
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Total: $608.50