Basic Class Gear Page
Basic Class Gear Page
Each student must have their own gear. Sharing gear is not acceptable as it slows down the exercises.
(1) Knife* |
(1) Folding Saw |
(1) Swiss Army Knife |
(2) Bic Lighters |
(1) ½” x 6” Ferro Rod |
(1) Fresnel Lens |
(1) 5x7 Survival Blanket |
(2) 55-Gal Drum Liners |
(1) Swagman Roll or Poncho Liner |
(1) Mil Spec Poncho |
(6) Plastic Tent Stakes |
(1) Survival Bivvy |
(1) Accordion Sleeping Mat |
(1) 100ft Paracord |
(1) 100ft #36 Bankline |
(2) SS Water Bottles (1) SS Cup * |
(1) Milbank Bag |
(1) Compass |
(1) Pace Beads |
(1) 100% cotton 2XL T-shirt |
(2) Shemaghs |
(1) Headlamp |
(1) 1” Gorilla Tape |
(1) All Weather Journal |
(3) Pencils or All-Weather Pen |
(1) Haversack |
(1) Analog Watch |
(1) pair of Leather Gloves |
Items in orange are only for classes during November thru March.
*Canteens can be substituted for Bottles however, must be stainless steel.
*Knife must have a minimum of a 4.3 inch blade, carbon steel, full tang with 90 degree spine.
Items such as the Bic Lighters, Fresnel Lens, Sleeping Mat, 100% Cotton Cloth, Analog Watch, & Leather Gloves can be found on Amazon or local retailers.
Personal items you will need to bring:
Clothes for the weather |
Spare socks |
Appropriate Hygiene items |
Bring just add water or MRE style meals & snacks. (no meals are provided) |
Bring any needed medications (prescription meds only) |
Bug Repellent (seasonal) |
Tent or Hammock Camping to your comfort level |
Coolers are welcome but leave in vehicle and can be accessed during breaks. |
Camping is primitive and walk-in only. Food is not provided, so bring adequate food and snacks. Electrolyte drink mixes are recommend, like Gatorade or Powerade. There are no showers, and port-a-lets are located about 400 yards from the base camp area.
If you need to order gear, you must do so at least 2 weeks prior to your class start date so it will arrive to you in time.
Gear cannot be shipped to the school for pick up.