One of the most important things that you must consider in your survival gear is a way to start a fire. Unless we plan on waiting for lightning to strike on a pile of wood in our nearest proximity, we must build our own fires.

Fire is necessary to secure warmth, cook food, sterilize water, and scare off animals. It is a handy tool for fireplaces as well. Starting a controlled fire can be as easy as a snap with the magnesium fire starter!

A lightweight backpack is far more comfortable to carry. This will help you conserve energy so you can hike further and enjoy your time outdoors more. That said, we never advise skipping essentials like a map, rain jacket, and a basic first aid kit when venturing into the backcountry.