Well for starters what are you going to survive? You do not have a sleeping bag listed. This is critical. You cannot keep warm with a mini 14. I would take a deep breath, and research the subject. This site and it's many links is a wealth of information, as are the many books and videos. On your budget finding the best item for YOU the FIRST time is vital. We all have closets of bad past choices. Your best investment right now is time.