We realistically cannot expect any member to run out and get these items all at once. Pick up an item or two or three at a time as you are able. These items are basic to the effective preparedness of a Militia member. This list is not all inclusive and there will be other items you may want to consider having available to yourself and to better compliment those in your unit. For more information or help in obtaining your gear, see your unit coordinator (Unit patches and rank insignia will be furnish by the unit).
1-BDU cover (hat) Boonie or b-ball type
1-BDU field jacket same type as uniform
1-Boots dark color, sturdy soles, weatherproof
3-Socks cotton or wool, well padded, durable
2-Tshirts dark or subdued color, or camoflague
2-Extra underwear briefs or boxers
1-Gloves insulated, durable, no mittens, subdued color
1-Belt sturdy buckle, subdued color
1-Poncho subdued color rain gear
Field Gear
1-Backpack lg. capacity, subdued, internal or external frame
1-Pistol belt typical military issue, OD or blk
1-LBE suspenders support pistol belt, typical military issue
3-Ammo pouch wear on pistol belt, ammo or other small gear
1-Helmet kevlar or good condition steel pot w/cover
1-Gas mask any good commerical or military issue w/extra filter
2-Canteen kidney style with cover and mess cup
1-"Butt" pack small 3 day pack attaches to pistol belt
1-Mess kit typical military issue with utensils
1-Trenching Tool for digging & clearing ground
1-Sleeping bag rated 10F, any good commerical or military style
1-Tent GI shelter half, or any good comm. 1-2 man tent,
light weight, subdued, quick setup
5-MRE's or other prepackaged high energy long storing foods.
Armament
1-Main Battle Rifle semi-auto, bolt action, avoid rare calibers
500-MBR Ammo good qualitity. military ball, FMJ, JHP
1-Defensive sidearm prefer 9mm or 45 cal.
100-Sidearm Ammo FMJ or JHP
1-Cleaning Kit rods, brushes, patches, gun oil/cleaner
1-Survival Knife sturdy, full tang, sheath, 12"
Hygiene
1-Tooth brush include sm. toothpaste
1-Dental floss 25 yd sm. container
2-Toilet paper off roll, keep in small baggies
1-Bar soap antibacterial, preferably unscented
1-Deodarant roll-on or stick, avoid sprays
1-Towel subdued or darker color
?-Medications enough personal RX meds to last 5 days
Medical
1-First aid pouch sm. emer. kit to keep in right leg thigh pocket
2-Quik Clot stops wound bleeding almost immediately
2-Field Pressure Dressing in a pinch feminine maxi pads work
25-Pain reliever asprin, tylenol, advil, etc
25-Bandaids 1", for small cuts, blisters, etc
1-Tweezers
1-Antiseptic solution peroxide, iodine tincture, or alcohol.
5-Antiseptic towelettes
1-Ace bandage 1.5" or 3" for sprains, breaks, etc
1-Antibiotic cream neosporin or store brand
5-Gauze pads 4" sq. for larger wounds
1-Medical tape roll
1-Medical scissors
2-Sanitary gloves rubber medical gloves
1-Compact emergency blanket to reduce heat loss
1-Water Pure Tablets emergency water purification
Navigation, Illumination, Communication
1-Compass (or GPS) good commerical or military
2-Flashlight one mag light, one mini-mag w/batteries
1-Binoculars at least 8-10x magnification, 25mm optics
1-Watch self luminescent, wind or battery
2-Candles ("Buddy Burners") heat, light, emergency cooking
5-Lighters no matches, adjustable flame, non child proof
1-Radio hand-held CB, 2 meter, or family radio
Misc. Gear
1-Nylon rope 100', strong, braided
1-Sewing Kit clothing repair
10-Ziplock bags large size, to keep needed items dry
1-Heavy emergency blanket Temp shelter, protect tent floor,
1-Insect repellent any good commerical grade, DEET, no spray
