THE 10 ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO SURVIVE

a look at the basic 10 items needed when leaving for the wilderness for survival or for bushcrafting

[@jameseggers6695]

I love how all these people comment with negative views like, "You shouldn't ...", "You don't need ..." , "You have to have..." Every person has different needs based on their individual strengths and weaknesses. That is why there are so many variances in these videos. That is the point!! Thank you for sharing your kit with us. Viewing all the different kits makes us re-evaluate our own needs each time, and honestly if you guys are anything like me, my core priorities are always the same, but the other items constantly change based on skills and environment.

[@cristinacampos9709]

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[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Solid, no nonsense choices! Its refreshing to hear a you tube survivalist not recommending $300 custom bushcraft knives and $80 titanium drinking/ cooking utensiles!

[@taylorwinslow8015]

@ what's your loadout?

[@user-fm5cs9mm5o]

@@taylorwinslow8015 lc10 with monolithic suppressor, extended for grip, skeleton stock, fast mags, and last bit not least tac laser

[@sargemsb]

Glad to see a young man teaching the 10 Essentials! I've taught this in my Outdoor Living classes for the last 40 years, but it seems that many people who participate in outdoor pursuits today have never heard about them before. Keep it up - these few items are the basics for any survival kit on any continent. Other items can be added, but always carry the 10 Essentials: Map, compass, sunglasses/sunscreen, extra food, extra clothes, headlamp/flashlight, first aid kit, fire tinder, matches/lighter/fire steel, and knife.

[@BruceNitroxpro]

sargemsb and a SS container for water... to boil in if it's the only container you have.

[@3204clivesinclair]

A good basic list. But rarely mentioned in 'kit lists' are the skills and knowledge to use the kit. No matter how fancy or expensive your kit is, it's useless unless you practice and hone your skills in varying scenarios throughout the seasons.

[@JeffMartinez648]

That is very true

[@eipi5173]

***** duhhhhh

[@snowbird29803]

VG, no-nonsense video. This basic kit gives you a good start to build on for your-own situation. Starting with a basic kit will inspire one to do it, while more advanced kits linger in the department of good intentions only and never get done.

[@jatpack3]

Everyone needs some sort of kit to have in the house or car or even at work. Your kit seems to cover the basics and gives me ideas for my own. Thanks for the video.

[@stovepipe9er]

Lots of good things to bring along, great video. The fire starting gear, knife, and the canteen & cup would be the first and most important items in my kit. I don't even go anywhere in my everyday life without a lighter and knife.

[@4thatdude1]

Love that you emphasized the emphasis for personalization. People should know that whatever that works for *them, is what they carry. Glad to see that you have your stuff figured out, I learned a lot from it.

[@michaelcase8584]

Good video. I agree with most. I'd trade the saw with a multi-use small hatchet or something. Trade the first aid kit with a large scarf or bandana. Consolidate the water container and cook pot with a single metal water/cook container. Having 2 items for that is convenience not essential in my eyes. Compass is nice, I like the magnifying glass. Nice dual purpose. I need one. Maybe specify the type of knife. 90 degree spine for the rod ignition, full tang, etc. Really good vid though. Doesn't matter what you prep.... its what you end up with in that situation and make due. That's why knowledge is so important, like knots, actually starting fires with glass or rod. You get my drift.

[@jamessim1858]

Opinions are like backsides dude we all have one he,ha

[@MattSpon]

north american here, thankful for your videos on survival kits.

[@5335816]

Great video and nice and clear with no nonsense, good to see one focussed on the UK. cheers

[@ShoeManReview]

Great video, I think that any kit that you will carry at all times is the best kit. I think your kit covered all important bases. Good job! Thank you for sharing! Keep it up.

[@jeromeonnen5894]

This is one of the best videos I've seen on YT! Well thought out and well presented. Your kit looks much like my own. I'm especially glad to see a genuine first-aid kit rather than a couple bandages and a packet of triple antibiotic. It's also refreshing to hear you say it's the kit you "use". Your kit is a good basic outdoors kit regardless of environment. It will work anywhere. Not just Britain.

[@unrulyierulli1]

excellent and brilliant kit. simple, light and useful. I have a similar kit though it is geared to my area. love it. good vids

[@jublywubly]

Great kit. It's good to finally see someone who's put some proper thought into their gear. :-)

[@sillyscubadiver]

Being an American from the west coast, I just love that thick British accent. This guy could narrate anything and make it clear and concise. This guy needs a job in America, he would be a hit.

[@jasonmarks1481]

I have only listened to the first 45 seconds so far. I am hopeful because this Gentleman has already spoken a truth that a lot of " SO - - CALLED " Survivalist never say. He chose his Kit Based on the Fact that he lives ...IN ENGLAND.. This proves if nothing else he used his brain to pack what would be advantageous for someone living in a specific climate. Just like no 2 kids or Dogs or Guns are a like, There are also no 2 climates alike either...Good work Laddie.

[@SciFiFemale]

I live in the UK and this is a good kit. As for guns, yes we don't have them but I know where the local gun shop is and where farms with guns are, I would make my way to them if I needed a gun. Great video, thank you.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello my friend. Thank you for sharing your 10 essentials. I agree with you. Take care and be safe out there.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Well organized video presentation. You brought out some very practical points. Keep up the good work. Take care and be safe.

[@wall2rockclimber]

@mrbunmuzzle no ther is a metal crusader cup available on my site as well as the bottle and plastic cup.

[@rohawaha]

Good job on the video, it was well thought out and I think your kit would do very well for the task and would be a valid basic kit for any region. Thank you for your time and effort.

[@MrCoolGuy2303]

2 things to add. Survival bag and/or foil blanket. Some tiny snacks. Good vid

[@upstatenyphann]

i really dig what you said at the beginning about adapting your kit to your specific climate, i think a lot of people over look that aspect, and just pack relatively lightly. living at the foothills of the adirondack mountains in upstate new york, our climate swings dramatically. from bone chilling cold and snow in the winter with over 110 inches of snow annually on average, to temps in the 90's in high summer (30-40c), it quickly becomes a challenge to decide what and how much to go with.

[@simonferrer]

Good video. You made a very good point about keeping your specific climate in mind when selecting gear. I would suggest a mylar space blanket in your possibles bag, as it retains 80% of your body heat yet folds up to the size of a pack of cards with neglible weight.

[@MW_Builds]

3 minutes without air, 3 hours without shelter, 3 days without water, 3 weeks without food.

[@RustyGunn7]

Nemanja... I've held my breath over a minute many times.

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

gotta love that BCB crusader cup, mines been bombproof for years, no nonsense kit you have there and proof you don't have to be minted to be able to function just fine!

[@benhuck5477]

Good video, straight to point. Ive been carrying kits since mid-teens. I have learned much about content thru the decades. You have made a good 10-point, and 4 good extras. I subscribed. Hope to see more of you. Safe Travels.

[@JeffMartinez648]

Simple and easy, good job. I haven't read any other comments but I'm there's a bunch of jackasses telling you where you fell short on something but I'm sure they've never had to fight their way out of a paper sack to save their lives. Props to you man.

[@kynigosthewolf4573]

i really really hope no ones life has ever depended on struggling to escape a paper bag. if someone has died from it then they are either total idiots or the unluckiest people in the world.

[@BruceNitroxpro]

KynigosTheWolf Those dangerous paper bags are one reason for always carrying a knife! LOL

[@warriorofsteel01]

Good kit here. I have a khukri in mine :3 Dont need to carry an axe that way .First aid kits are defiantly useful ,not matter how safe you are with a cutting tool accidents will happen and its important to get yourself patched up till you get to home.I recommend steri strips for lacerations.Almost as good as stitches...ask me how I know .......Good video I like

[@uscgalpha91]

I have chosen three things. 1. a good woman to bring me food, 2. another woman to collect firewood, 3. another woman to well just be a woman.

[@FornoDan]

Three women??? Youre crazy...

[@uscgalpha91]

Hey if the Morman pioneers could survive in the wilderness of Utah,.....they were on to something.

[@etillema]

uscgalpha91 YOU sir are a genius.

[@chickengod9885]

Good point.

[@OreadNYC]

After the hurricane-that-wasn't here in NYC last year, I've been giving some thought to what I would (and could) do if some sort of catastrophe took place which either temporarily or permanently knocked out most of the technology which modern people depend on and take for granted. As a result, I've been taking some preliminary steps to be prepared...and even though I live in the US and not the UK (although I did once), it's comforting to know that I already have most of the essentials together.

[@05Rudey]

The pattern 58 crusader cooking pot is a good bit of kit. Thanks for sharing.

[@festilina]

These videos are really good - straight forward and informative. Thanks for posting.

[@DobermansRock]

The Gerber is a must. Best thing since sliced bread. Great choice man.

[@minilea25]

I am American and I liked your vid very much. I carry the same essentials in my pack. You reassured me that I have what I need for mine and my families needs. Thanks great vid!!

[@ScottsUtubeWorld]

Great information! I personally prefer the half 550 paracord, or often referred to as 275 paracord. It's about half the weight, and half the bulk, meaning that you can carry twice the length for the same weight and bulk. And if you need 550+ lbs of strength, you can simply double it. So it's more versatile. Cheers from Southern California. --Scott

[@wakeupneo311]

i really like that multitool's sliding action, and great choice on gear, lightweight and essential. thumbs up! :D

[@outdoorsaddiction1085]

Awesome choices. Nice n simple!

[@DominickBlack]

I've found your kit to be completely ACUMEN in every way. Nothing there that I can see that isn't purely what I myself would carry. This video out of all others is the only one that's needed IMHO.

[@rainbowhiker]

Good choices to take. Did you mention food? The ten essensials, the way I practice it America, always includes a little food; I like some preseasoned, instant 'whole grains' in a zip-lock bag. It keeps forever and is quite filling. A couple of pieces of dark chocolate and a couple of packages of soup will round it out, all in the same zip-lock bag. It's an easy thing to carry. Low weight, bulk, and gives you an added egde of safty if you have to spend and extra day or two out in the bush.

[@jcm060]

Nice video and better explanation about the priorities. Regards from Spain.

[@david3952]

Where ever you are in the world, although you can add items to suit the environment, the essentials are the same. The fire steel didn't have a striker, don't waist sharpness of your knife making fire. On purification, these days a good survival straw will do. Duck tape is a must. Bungees instead of string for the basha is a good idea, the strands can also be used. Redundancy is vital, back up everything. Not a bad video, collect more info and stuff, nice to see a Brit. making one of these.

[@TheCubism]

I like you, i like that your not an old survivalist trying to share information, and your not some 10 year old kid who thinks they are experts at it. Your just you giving usefull information. Cheers mate!

[@BushNstuff]

Thx for a great video Mike, But theres is one thing that i would change out in your kit, thats the tarp. I think it would be better to have a Military poncho with the holes for lines, so that it can be used as a smaller tarp and ofcourse to have it on you when on the move in bad weather >) thx again and keep up your exilent work.

[@pockEclipse]

@wall2rockclimber I'm in North Carolina, of the USA - totally get what you're saying about adjusting your kit to fit. within thirty miles or so of my location we've got beaches, freshwater ponds, river, pine forest and marsh type stuff. in the west of the state they have mountains which are totally diff than anything i'm used to. it's actually a point well worth making.

[@gambleyourhealth]

@walklikeacat1234 I live in the middle of the bush in Australia on a rather large bushland property that backs onto national park. Your "experienced survival" is every day for me. Love bushwalking day or night. Never had a compass.

[@ReinhardvonHolst]

amen to that... especially if your tarp gets a split you stay dry... also good if you run out of plasters or have blisters.

[@cbarsonfire]

One suggestion would be to include a topographic map (countour map) of the region that you are traveling in. A compass is somewhat worthless without a bearing or known direction. Looks like U covered all the basic needs.

[@spelunkerd]

@gambleyourhealth I understand your point, and often at night I'll use the stars for navigation. But in England, fog often obscures the view of Sun and stars. For modern day emergency use, a map, compass, satellite phone and GPS are the items I might wish I had....

[@gregsummers7350]

Thanks for your video. The most important thing, as stated in this video, is to make the kit for your area of operations, these vary greatly all over the world. You need to understand the particular weather / flora / fauna threats in each area and the natural resources available to you that you know how to use to your survival advantage: this requires a lot of bush time. Practice with all your items and be confident with all your kit. Rude and dumb arse comments like stovepipe9er and Gjaa Gjaa do not help, keep them to yourself. Kind regards to you all, Greg

[@gregsummers7350]

+the oncoming storm. His comment on the video was fine and you will see that I am in total agreement with both you and him on this. How ever his comment to Ei Pi was unnecessary. Many people from different climates add their opinions because this is important for them. It is fine to make a technical correction and or point out a dangerous practice. However in a survival situation it is up to each of us to take what is appropriate to our environment, if it seems too much kit that is OK, as it is they who are carrying it not you or I. By way of example: many east US survivalists choose only to carry a survival straw and no water bottle, OK not my problem; by contrast I come from the driest continent on earth, so my survival rig includes two water bottles, Milbank filter, a bladder and solar still and other necessary stuff. I fact my survival kit is modeled on the SAS belt order for the last three decades and it has served me well is some very remote places. We can each learn from one anther as this survivalist forum environment is wonderful for inventiveness by young people and you also may share something of worth for us all. Kind regards, Greg

[@aimee9878]

For one, you do not need to buy any type of paracord to survive with because it is unnecessary. I was homeless for three nights in Fisheman's Park, and never did I need paracord. The park provided me shelter in the form of a huge sturdy pavilion. I got electrical power from electrical sockets/wiring attached to poles, and my solar power bank that I bought. I got water from the public fountain, and the public restrooms. My food came from a Food Pantry, or a Walmart. My clothes were provided to me free of charge by a clothing voucher. Medicaid gave me some meds, and I walked a lot.

[@SirsRose]

that seems like a basic survival kit for no matter where you are. Water, shelter, Fire, food. Good knife/folding saw, cooking cup and your good to go :)

[@biswaruph]

Whatever, this video gonna help a lot for the adventure freaks like us! Thanks for sharing buddy!

[@jcm060]

Thanks for your videos pal. They are really instructives.

[@jcarrickzilla]

Preparedness is something to be taken serious - I really enjoyed your presentation, good job! Keep us informed!

[@Skills2survive]

Great video Mike. I have been trying to cut things down and keep to a minimum.

[@texasdustfart]

nice vid partner, some good info, this pack would serve in any location as a base and people could add what they needed to suit their particular climate, I've thought about this and can think of no changes I would make even in a semi arid climate here in West Texas.

[@quercus417]

Good items,Thanks for the video.

[@wall2rockclimber]

@TheSlevaslava it would really depend on what sort of tinder you use, its there purely to aid the firesteel to ignite your bundle. It gives off a short burst of flame that does not last that long at all.

[@kevinsmith2267]

I would trade the whistle for a sawyer water filter.

[@jeffhermida4788]

nice video. these are items needed to survive during peaceful times. for shtf times, i would add a firearm. most likely pistol 22lr or 9mm. now the order would be security, shelter, fire, water and food

[@carbidejones5076]

Add some tubes of super glue to your first aid kit, you can seal minor injuries and keep working

[@MINDWISEMAN]

Heyup Mike, nice to look at some of your past/earlier uploads, didn't realise I'd missed this one. Cheers bud.

[@DIMTIM1000]

Looking at your kit, I see you have the basics covered. and that's what really matters in REAL survival. I don't know what was in your possibles, but water purification tablets should be considered, if for some reason you can't boil your water. Being more important than food, you should always have a back-up way to make sure you have safe drinking water. And since they are lightweight, consider two water bottles instead of just one. May be a long time between refills. Best wishes from the U.S.

[@wall2rockclimber]

thanks Dave, much appreciated, all the best mike

[@scarz1951]

Say Mike, your kit would work very nicely here in Indiana spring thru fall. For winter a slight change is all I need. Add a warm sleeping bag and build myself a sub artic leanto and I'm be all set.

[@bushcraftbaird112]

I carry almost the same things in my kit thanks for the video

[@TYPHIS4]

Nice vid. Very good presentation. Thank you

[@wall2rockclimber]

@fegman It seems that only people from England will back this. Thank you for your comment buddy

[@fbnflaviusbroadcastingnetw6786]

Mate, good video. But might I suggest to help build a fire: petroleum jelly and cotton balls. Flammable petroleum soaked in cotton balls is a sure fire way to start fire. Fire is your Friend in the Wild.

[@wall2rockclimber]

trust me on that one i dont need nothing to defend my self from any animals in the uk cheers any way!

[@lallope]

nimrob ,,you always need a mirror, your touch or as we Americans call it a light aka flash light does light to signal during day light, a servival blanket for cold weather is super light weight and is reflective also and guess what it can also be used to make a tarp.

[@SimbaOS]

It's great to see you have a compass. I just don't know what will you do with it without a map.

[@michelleholden6537]

The white film under the bark of a pine tree is eatable and dandelions are eatable the roots can be used for coffee. There is a wealth of plants that are eatable and mushrooms. Morales are most often looked for but rare.but there is many more you can eat.

[@wall2rockclimber]

@TheSlevaslava Both would be a good purchase, but the firesteel will work without the mag bar!!

[@sergioz666]

pretty cool... !! i like it..

[@simonbuenosaires]

and the big 12 would be a Goretex bivibag where you can throw everything inside and zip it up, will keep you dry outside and will let the air out from inside, great bit of kit. anyway thanks for the tips

[@ChandanLahiri]

I take your point. But "a roof over your head" includes the clothes that you wear. Clothes are the first line of defense. and you can slip and fall into frozen waters. Heard of the Gasp reflex? It can drown you in minutes.

[@wall2rockclimber]

yes you are right about that, but knowledge has always been key to survival.bushcraft is the knowledge that incorporates surviving and living in the wilds. This is why the very first survivalists wrote books, as many people perished whilst trying wild foods.

[@OKBushcraft]

Thanks for sharing the vid Mike.

[@jeffnovak2565]

luv it, love the whole thing. Doesn't seem like 20 meters of paracord but I believe you if you say so. I think a 22lr pistol would be strongly advised and a better/larger flashlight as well.

[@Gubby007]

@JeffTheRambler You nailed it, they pull a part into smaller bits.

[@SimbaOS]

I know that. And for that you don't need a compass. There are a lot of ways to determine sides of the world that don't require compass or any other tools and/or accessories, but that's it. It doesn't help much if you don't know your exact position. That's why we use maps. It's a must have, IMHO. As for GPS, batteries lasts several days with a solid power bank and careful usage. But still carrying a map+compass as a backup.

[@andythehedge]

@00avenger17 yes sewing with paracord. The 550 paracord has 7 thiner strands of cord inside which could be used as fishing line or indeed to sew with

[@jmstk]

Looks great , However , FYI .I Had one of those Gerber Multi Tools for a few years and got tired of it pinching me when I used the pliers,So I replaced it with a Leatherman 200 supertool and never looked back.

[@machadojr]

Nice video!!! Greetings from Brazil!

[@jeromeonnen5894]

No one plans to get hurt. But, it happens anyway. The Boy Scout motto addresses the subject quite well; "Be Prepared". But, that's just me. You go with what you know.

[@wall2rockclimber]

i have PM you as i couldnt fit my reply thank you for those valid points mike

[@larrylynn123]

Cool Video...catch you on the trail dude!

[@LandersWorkshop]

Pretty good video mate. Good to see survivalism going strong in the south of England. Quirky tunes though :) 5*

[@TroutFink]

1.Beer 2.Girls (preferably loose) 3.Weed 4.Lake 5.Bonfire 6.Grill 7.Meat 8.Tunes 9.More Beer 10. Aspirin ...It's never let me down, and I've always found my way home, eventually

[@SeeTheWholeTruth]

Tarp is good, but tarp and pocket hammock is better. Off the ground means far less cold, and energy kept is good energy. You can tarp along all you like, but hammock would still mean more warmth. Your torch in an emp pulse will go dead. You need a yo yo fishing reel(doubles as snare), and a 110 single spring body trap. Then you can actually eat too.

[@partya11night20]

My kit is a SAK knife, a bic lighter, 5 Kleenex tissues, a tiny pen light and some tape on a card. I spent a few nights on the streets (urban survival) when I was young and it was all I needed. Shelter isn't a prob in an urban setting an and I was never out on my ass long enough for hunger/thirst to become more than just discomfort. Just my 2 € cents

[@Rawdog550]

I would say out in the Wild a Firearm in many cases is essential in many places. Now you may not need it everywhere but there are alot of places being stuck without a firearm is deadly.

[@simpleman2423]

I like that canteen and canteen cup a lot better than the american version. It seems fatter - more bowlish and less cupish. I wonder if I can find that style in the states. Thanks for the videa, man.

[@HectoGames]

I live in Norway, so with the steel, I'd need to add flint, because here in Norway, you could be wandering for days trying to find flint/tinder.

[@aednil]

even if 3 hours exposed to the elements don't kill you, it doesn't really help you to survive either. try the following: do 3 sets of 20 push-ups , open the window of your bathroom, turn off the radiator, and shower for 3 hours with the coolest water you get.(that water is still going to be approximately 10 degrees of Celsius) whatever you did in the woods, it was physical exercise of some sort, and you probably didn't expect to stay over night, so you don't have appropriate clothing.

[@bushcraftbaird112]

you should either add food catching supplies to the essentials or army rations to the comfort items

[@Wordswarrior]

hello from Argentina, excellent video