I can't speak for Doug, but in my cse, my mini-kit only includes items that are difficult to improvise in the field and that complement normal carry items: knife, flashlight, lighter, cell phone, etc... If I were to actually adventure afield, I certainly would be prepared with shelter making material. For me, that would include: 1. Ultralight nylon poncho. 2. Duct tape. 3. Paracord. 4. Contractor bags. 5. Space blanket.<br>My altiods kit is not a complete kit, it's primary purpose is to carry all the little doo dads that you either wouldn't carry or that would get lost in your pocket fuzz.