essential_gear

Just browsing Ranger Joes.com I've found some essential gear. I'm not sure I'd pay the full price of all this (a bit over $600!), but it at least gives an idea of what may sometimes be needed on long trips.

Brunton Monocular
$35

Good for seeing animals (I've seen plenty of deer along the tracks), and far ahead along the path.


Multi-plier
$30

For repair or needing to put together a shelter, etc.


Headlamp
$55

Sometimes you're out later than usual and suddenly it's dark - or you're inside somewhere with no light.


Wind-up flashlight
$25


LED light sticks
$7.50

Radio pouch
$29

Radio x2 set
$80

Keeping communication if 2 people are far apart enough on the trip, during scouting, etc.


Camelbak MULE hydration pack
$100

Gotta keep hydrated, also seems to serve well as a small backpack.


Wire-saw
$8

Never know if you have to cut through some wood to build a shelter.


Fatboy Versipack
$70

A decent size waist-pack (minus the gun)


Medium assault pack
$40

Bigger packpack which supports hydration reservoirs (Camelbak)


Individual first-aid kit
$25

Gear pouch
$11

Good for camera or other supplies


Sweat-wicking t-shirt
$10

Important to wick away moisture, especially if you've been sweating and it gets cold later


Rain poncho
$15

Don't wanna get caught in a storm without this


Water/chemical resistant leather gloves
$33

Helpful when climbing rocky or rough terrain


Padded patrol belt
$35

Can add MOLLE pouches, etc. for carrying gear


Total: $608.50