As I recall, I have more than once made the claim that if castaway in the woods with a knife, I would work my butt off but I would survive and eventually thrive.

I like your thought/thinking Benjammin. My EDC can certainly help provide for my basic needs for 72 hours.

My EDC on the boat:

Mini-MagLight w/spare bulb

Halyard Clip on Belt w/Ball Cap

Belt Pouch w/Buck 110, Leatherman, 4 spare AA Batteries, Magnesium Fire Starter, Soapstone, Bic Lighter

In my Clothes: Bic Lighter, Magnifying Glass, Pocket Watch, Blood Stone, Ink Pen, Calendar Book, Bandanna, Comb, I.D. Wallet

The only item that I'm missing is some paracord.

Yes, in the woods, I've got enough to gety me through 72 hours of decent weather, somewhat comfortably, although I'd probably lose some weight.