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A lot of you have been asking what you need to have with you when we go into the field. This is just a recommendation. You may have other things you need to bring, or there might be something in this list you don't need. Just take this, and modify it for the situation. This is also something that comes with time, and experience.
LC1 Large ALICE PACK OR CFP-90
- Ground Mat (Plastic)
- Wet Weather Bag (Mil Spec. OD)
- Sleeping Bag (Mummy Style, OD)
- Sleeping Mat (72", OD Thermarest)
- Poncho Liner (Mil Spec. Camo)
- 8 Bungee Cords (5' OD or Camo)
- Extra Clothes (1set BDU, 5pr Socks, ECT.)
- Long Underwear/polypropylene
- Zip Lock Bags (for socks, ect.)
- Personal Hygiene Items (Razor, Soap,
Toothbrush/Paste, deodorant, ect.)
- Entrenching Tool (Mil Spec, Folding, OD)
- 4 Day Supply of Food
- Spare Batteries for Flash Light
- Sewing Kit (Mil Spec.)
- Shelter Half (With pegs and poles)
- Prayer Book or Bible
- Nail Clippers / Scissors
- Knee Pads
- Sun Screen
FIELD GEAR
Must have at all times
- CAP ID Card
- CAPF 60
- 101 or 101 T Card
- Appropriate supporting documentation for duty (First Aid, CPR, ROA ect.)
- Poncho
- 550 Cord (Mil Spec 550, 100', OD)
- Knife, Military Survival
- Leatherman Multi type tool
- Compass, Lensatic
- Binoculars (Pocket Size 4 x 10)
- Work Gloves
- Gloves, Flight (Nomex, OD)
- 2 One Quart Canteens
- Flashlight with red lens
- 5 Bungee Cords (Mil Spec, OD)
- D-Ring (Carbineer, Aluminum)
- Matches
- Magnesium Fire Starter
- Signal Mirror
- Orange Vest
- Tape (Electrical, Duct, OD or Black)
- Survival Blanket
- Latex Gloves
- Bug Spray
- 2 Pair Socks
- Foot Powder
- Whistle on a lanyard
- Zip ties
- Pocket Note Pad and pencil (in zip lock bag)
- Inexpensive wristwatch
- Food for one day
- First Aid Kit
- Wet Wipes
- Waterless hand wash
- Toilet Paper
- Extra Pair of Boot Laces
