This is a revision to the original post (here). This bag is a little more robust and should be in all members cars 24/7. It should come to training’s and also form the basic field/patrol kit. Even if you use a different bag the below would be your basic patrol battle rattle.

• Backpack
• Improved First Aid Kit (IFAK)
• Compass
• Binoculars
• Folding Knife
• Sheath Knife
• Light and Batteries
• Bandanna
• Toilet Paper secured in a plastic bag, such as Ziploc
• 25′ of 525 Paracord
• Poncho
• Snack
• At least 2 lt of water in 2 separate containers
• A means to start a fire
• Tape – Duct Tape or Electrical Tape
• Gloves
• Water
• Eye Protection
• Sturdy Clothing and boots
• BaoFeng (or 2m and FRS/MURS radio)
• Ladder J-pole
• Activation SOI and SOP
• AO TOPO

Optional/recommended (left in car at most training)- long arm, 200 rounds