Just as in firearms uses, you should stick with what your used to. Your small knife should be able to handle anything but, from what I've heard everythings bigger in texas! <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> But sometimes you need a big knife. I would say it should be 4 on your list knowledge, water, fire knife food.

PS, I love the 'oh s**t kit' name. Thats awesome! <img src="images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />