-- This is the list of items you need to pass a team equipment check --

Personal SAR equipment
4 Zip-Loc type bags, assorted sizes
Backpack, 1800 cubic inch minimum
Bandanna or handkerchief
Pad and pencil
Cap or other head covering
2 Prussik slings, 9-11 mm, 6-8 feet
Carabiners, locking
Set of durable raingear
Clothes bag, waterproof
SAR personal identification
Extra set of clothing, conditions appropriate
Shelter material, 8x10 plastic
Scissors, multi-purpose
Orienteering compass
Extra socks
Roll of flagging tape
Sunscreen
Flashlight or lantern
Tissue paper or baby wipes
Extra flashlight batteries
Tracking stick or ski pole
Extra flashlight bulb
Sturdy hiking boots
Watch
Durable gloves
Goggles or clear eye protection
Insect repellent
Webbing, 1” tubular, long enough for harness
Multi-purpose knife
Wire or light cable, 5-10 feet
Lip balm with sunscreen
8 plastic self-locking wire ties
Measuring device, 18” minimum
50’ of nylon twine or small rope
Metal cup or pot
Small mirror
Water, 2 liters minimum

Personal First Aid and Survival Kit
4 Acetaminophen or aspirin tablets
1 Plastic zip-loc bag, quart size
4 Antacid tablets
2 Quarters and two dimes for phone calls
2 Antiseptic cleansing pads
1 Razor blade, single edge safety type
1 Antiseptic ointment
1 Gauze roller bandage
6 Band-aids, assorted sizes
2 Safety pins, large
1 Candle, long burning
1 Splinter forceps, tweezers
2 Cotton swabs
1 Space blanket
1 Duct tape roll, 5-10 feet
1 Towlette
1 Leaf Bag, large
1 Whistle
8 Matches in Waterproof container
1 Moleskin

Optional Personal Equipment, Recommended but not required
Antihistamine, 2-25mg Benadryl tablets (for allergic reactions)
Extra large leaf bags (emergency shelter, keep things dry)
Extra water
Foam pad
Non perishable food
Gaiters (a clothing accessory that keeps your legs dry)
Rain cover for backpack
Stove or sterno
Sunglasses with UV protection
Trail snacks
Water purification unit or chemicals