So....What would you take?
For Santa Rosa Island my immediate thoughts would be:
- Communications -- If cell service isn't reliable I would consider a satphone, PLB, or perhaps a ham radio as being essential. The PLB would be my "default" choice. I would really like to have a communications plan that involved regular check-ins with a reliable person.
- First Aid -- Covering boo-boos (with a focus on footcare) and traumatic injury.
- Tools -- A full-size multitool, bit kit for same, duct tape, along with any tools needed for the purpose of the expedition.
- Appropriate clothing and footwear, with clean socks to wear every day
- Food, stove and fuel (assuming that the no fires rule doesn't apply to stoves)
- A whole lot of water
- Tent, mat, sleeping bag
- Flashlights and batteries
- Something to read before bedtime