I didn't mean that we should open a thread to cover any and all survival situations. I was only stating that a lot of people in these threads seem to indicate a high dependence on equipment seemingly without much experience using the equipment or basic skills. I don't believe you have to be to the point of using using a bow to start a fire. I mean simply being able to start a fire with a single match or flint and tinder, finding alternate water sources ect.. All the equipment in the world dosen't take the place of knowlage. I love my toys and I have some great equipment that make my survival in emergency situations that much more comfortable. But I know I am able (from experience) that I am able to survive without it.