It's a small chance, but there's always a possibility that a hunter could get turned around, disoriented or just plain-old lost and end up having to spend an unplanned night outside during a hunt. If you aren't prepared for it, there's a distinct chance that hypothermia could set in and possibly cause death. Tossing a few small items in your hunting pack could, literally, make the difference between life and death.
Here are a couple suggestions:
Heat Sheet Emergency Survival Blanket
We're all familiar with the flimsy space blankets that you can buy for a couple bucks. For just a few bucks more, the Heat Sheet Survival Blanket is much more durable with only a very slight addition in weight. You might want to toss two of them in your pack - one for a ground sheet and one to wrap around you.
UCO Storm-proof Matches
These matches are pretty amazing. I've dunked them in water to try to snuff out the flame and they've re-lit themselves! A fire to help you keep warm is critical and a way to start that fire is even more critical. These matches will light no matter what the weather. I keep mine, with one of the striker strips, in a waterproof container like the one pictured below.
Hi-energy Food
Candy bars, power bars, whatever your choice, it's important to have something with you to help you maintain your energy. Personally, I'm a fan of Clif bars. Protein lasts longer than carbohydrates.
Water
Hopefully, you carry water with you when you hunt. Ensuring that you have enough to potentially last overnight is key.
What do you carry with you ... just in case?
Here are a couple suggestions:
Heat Sheet Emergency Survival Blanket
We're all familiar with the flimsy space blankets that you can buy for a couple bucks. For just a few bucks more, the Heat Sheet Survival Blanket is much more durable with only a very slight addition in weight. You might want to toss two of them in your pack - one for a ground sheet and one to wrap around you.
UCO Storm-proof Matches
These matches are pretty amazing. I've dunked them in water to try to snuff out the flame and they've re-lit themselves! A fire to help you keep warm is critical and a way to start that fire is even more critical. These matches will light no matter what the weather. I keep mine, with one of the striker strips, in a waterproof container like the one pictured below.
Hi-energy Food
Candy bars, power bars, whatever your choice, it's important to have something with you to help you maintain your energy. Personally, I'm a fan of Clif bars. Protein lasts longer than carbohydrates.
Water
Hopefully, you carry water with you when you hunt. Ensuring that you have enough to potentially last overnight is key.
What do you carry with you ... just in case?