Thanks for the input, everyone. I will post more about the experience after I survive it.

I am pretty sure paracord shoelaces are okay, but will ask claification and let you know.

Part of the lead up to the event has been primitive fire-starting with hand- and bow-drill. I struggle with both so we will see. I do have time to work on my technique.

I think I see a Guyot bottle in my future, in part because I like their gear, but will also be looking at simple pots.

I do not believe a multi-tool or SAK is acceptable and at this point intend to bring a robust but modest-sized fixed blade knife.

I am probably going to bring a long-sleeved tee-shirt but think that is as far as I can go shirtwise within the spirit of the exercise.

Edit: I do not care what anybody says, there will be underwear to go with my pants!