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* A '''knife''' is useful for opening packages, building shelter, shaving wood for tinder, eating, field surgery (after sterilization), cutting rope and clothing, etc. A larger knife ([[machete]]) might be essential when one needs or desires to go off trail into thicker growth. A heavier ax or knife is more effective when one has larger needs for construction or for collecting firewood. | * A '''knife''' is useful for opening packages, building shelter, shaving wood for tinder, eating, field surgery (after sterilization), cutting rope and clothing, etc. A larger knife ([[machete]]) might be essential when one needs or desires to go off trail into thicker growth. A heavier ax or knife is more effective when one has larger needs for construction or for collecting firewood. | ||
* '''Matches''' (or a lighter) and '''fire starter''' ( | * '''Matches''' (or a lighter) and '''fire starter''' (tinder and [[kindling]]) to light a campfire is useful for preventing [[hypothermia]] and to signal for aid. In an emergency, a fire increases one's psychological will to survive. | ||
* A '''water treatment device''' (filter or chemical treatment) make water potable. All water, including that from streams, lakes, or pools, needs to be treated for bacteria and viruses in order to ensure safety. Most backcountry travelers carry a water filter: low end models are inexpensive and provide protection against many pathogens, but not viruses. Some more expensive filters and improved chemical treatments get rid of most health risks, including [[giardia]] and other protozoa and viruses. Treating the water reduces the likelihood of gastrointestinal diseases. Since some chemical treatments such as iodine or chlorine may leave a bad taste, many suggest mixing in a flavor to hide the taste. These include powdered lemonade or fruit drinks, or other [[Tang]], [[Gatorade]], or [[Crystal Light]]. | * A '''water treatment device''' (filter or chemical treatment) make water potable. All water, including that from streams, lakes, or pools, needs to be treated for bacteria and viruses in order to ensure safety. Most backcountry travelers carry a water filter: low end models are inexpensive and provide protection against many pathogens, but not viruses. Some more expensive filters and improved chemical treatments get rid of most health risks, including [[giardia]] and other protozoa and viruses. Treating the water reduces the likelihood of gastrointestinal diseases. Since some chemical treatments such as iodine or chlorine may leave a bad taste, many suggest mixing in a flavor to hide the taste. These include powdered lemonade or fruit drinks, or other [[Tang]], [[Gatorade]], or [[Crystal Light]]. | ||
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Other outdoor organizations have variations of the ''Ten Essentials'' pertinent to local conditions. For example, [[Utah]]'s [[Wasatch Club]] lists extra water in place of food, as Utah is mostly desert terrain, and water is more difficult to find. | Other outdoor organizations have variations of the ''Ten Essentials'' pertinent to local conditions. For example, [[Utah]]'s [[Wasatch Club]] lists extra water in place of food, as Utah is mostly desert terrain, and water is more difficult to find. | ||
The [[Spokane Mountaineers]] list "thirteen essentials," which supplement the list with emergency shelter such as a [[space blanket]], signaling device, and toilet paper and [[trowel]] (for sanitary disposal of human waste. The toilet paper also doubles as | The [[Spokane Mountaineers]] list "thirteen essentials," which supplement the list with emergency shelter such as a [[space blanket]], signaling device, and toilet paper and [[trowel]] (for sanitary disposal of human waste. The toilet paper also doubles as tinder for starting a fire). | ||
The "[http://www.geocities.com/jshannonmd/tenessentialgroups.htm Ten Essential Groups]"- an alternative approach to essential gear selection. Items from each group should be chosen depending on the season, geographic location, and trip duration. | The "[http://www.geocities.com/jshannonmd/tenessentialgroups.htm Ten Essential Groups]"- an alternative approach to essential gear selection. Items from each group should be chosen depending on the season, geographic location, and trip duration. | ||
