2014-08-31 / 22:06 UTC GMT +00:00
What was the temperature there at night? At Operation: Cold Front it didn't get cold as it was August long weekend, but it was a significant temperature drop, with high winds and rain. So it felt quite cold. You're going to wear more gear than usual for much longer than usual, so always at least try to get things that are slim, light-weight, ergonomic if you can.
- Rain Poncho (even a cheap Canadian Tire one will do)
- Small flashlight
- Dead-Light (small blinking red light)
- SAT map of the area
- Enough water for two people for 24 hours (also electrolytes for breaks and meals)
- Way more BBs than expected (I've seen fire fights at ops that lasted 4-6 hours)
- Way more batteries than expected (need 2? Then bring 4)
- Warm layer (I recommend a thermal long sleeve, light-weight and east to pack)
- Bring a radio with good bandwidth (number 1 safety item)
- Sleeping layer (ranger blanket, first aid blanket, etc)
- Roll of electrical tape (can be used in a pinch to treat almost any puncture slice, or make a splint)
- More food than expected (anything that is small and packed with carbs, protein, and calories)
- Backup gun
- Dry spare socks and dry spare boots (if nothing else, this! Fresh footwear will save your life)
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