>>2741511>A big fixed blade knife such as a kabar>A multi tool (preferably Leatherman)>A fire starting kit (at least two lighters, and some weatherproof matches. Go to a gas station or dollar general and buy one of those little waxed canvas bags or hardshell containers they sell for holding cigarettes and lighters.)>One large water bottle on a sling, 1-2 small ones stored in your bag (unless water is readily available where you are, then you just need the big one)>A cooking pan. Something deep enough to cook stew and soup, but wide and flat enough for other meals. NO CAST IRON.>Two plastic tarps (preferably camouflage)>A few extra pairs of shoes laces>A long length of Paracord>Phone, extra power bank, two charging cables>Extra pair of socks>Sewing kit, small knife sharpener, small vials of superglue>Umbrella. Yes, umbrella.>Sturdy wooden walking stickYour sleeping system should vary depending on your climate. Warm areas are great for hammocks and simple blankets. Cold areas need a bit more insulation and it's better to sleep on a good ground mat.
Anything other gear will be superfluous. Your biggest issue will be transporting any sort of consumable supplies. If you stay local, make caches. If you are traveling long distances, get a sturdy hand cart for hauling multiple gallons of water and bulk food. Cooking will also be a matter of preference. Twig stoves fold up very small, weigh nothing, and are very useful in wooded areas, but compact gas stoves work much faster, and have no smoke for if youre in a populated area.
