Mainly the midwest (forest, water, hills). If I go back to CA, I can change what's needed for the Sierra's. First camping at 6 years old. Did about 8 years in BSA (eagle scout), something like 500 miles and 90+ days "backpacking." That was 10 years ago, and I haven't really kept track since then. At least 4 trips over 5 days in duration.

I'm going to be ordering a mini Fox40 soon, as well as a DR photon light. I think it's a good comment that my current light is too big; plus, by taking 4 batteries, that's a lot of unused space.

Bandaids replaced by the foil? Good idea. Also the idea about wrapping the matches in a small ziplock. I don't think I'll ziplock the entire package, simply because there's nothing really to get super wet, except the light. BTW, I did find a container with a fairly snug clip, I just had to dig through the display box for a while!

The mirror is a little busted; I had to cut it to size. It's also covered right now with a saran wrap-like product, hence the haziness. The fishing stuff is only cuz I LOSE tons of it! So I need the extra stuff. Good idea to increase the length; shouldn't be a problem. Also, about wrapping the duct tape around the outside.

Thanks so far!