As a continuation of our ATV Camping Survival series we will discuss being prepared for a mishap or the unfortunate event of getting lost in the back country. Because ATV camping allows us to get to some very remote campsites, the potential of getting lost or having a breakdown are increased.
If someone does gets lost while on an ATV camping adventure a personal survival kit and an ATV survival kit would be essential in helping the individual survive and find their way back to safety or be found by others. A personal survival kit need not be big and bulky, it just needs to have some basic survival items like the following:
- Compass
- Signal Whistle
- Aluminum Foil
- Magnifying Lens
- Multi-Tool w/Knife Blade
- Waterproof Matches and/or Lighter
- Magnesium Stick
- Fire Tender
- Water Purification Tablets
- Small First Aid Kit
- Drinking Container
- Map of the area
- Nylon Cord
- Emergency Blanket or Poncho
- Trail Mix or Granola Bars
All of this should be kept in a waterproof container (which can double as the drinking container) or bag. When put together this basic kit is very small and compact. Once put together this kit should only be opened when absolutely needed, put it in your rack bag and leave it alone till needed. This ensures everything stays together.
The ATV survival kit is the set of basic ATV tools and any serious ATVer who has broken down in the middle of nowhere knows the value of this kit. The following is a list of recommended items for your ATV survival kit:
- ATV Insurance
- Adjustable Wrench
- Open/Box Wrenches (specific to ATV)
- Combination Screwdriver
- Hex Key Wrench Set (specific to ATV)
- Spare Spark Plug(s)
- Spark Plug Wrench
- Pliers or Small Vise Grips
- Multi-Tool w/Knife Blade
- Tire Repair Plug Kit
- Air Compressor or CO2 Cartridges
- Electrical Tape
- Safety Wire & Pliers
- Nylon Zip Ties
- Nuts, Bolts, Washers Assortment
- Hose Clamps (1 small & 1 large)
- Spare fuses (specific to ATV)
- Tow Strap
- Jumper Cables
- Rain Gear
- Rack Bags or ATV Luggage
- Winch w/Accessories (Highly Recommended)
- Extra Fuel
- Water
Properly assembled your personal survival kit and ATV survival kit should all store easily in your ATV bags. These survival kits will help you maximize your chances in the event of a mishap or getting lost in the back country. Stay tuned for more posts on ATV Camping Survival.
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nice post. thanks.
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I know I’m a bit biased here, but I would add some kind of communication device for emergency info and emergency cell phone charging like an emergency crank radio with charging outlets.
I’m ready for camping weather!
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the kits are great for survival, best of all we need something for bug bites. there are lots of spiders that could make our trip crash.
Great website! I am loving it!! Will come back again. I am taking your feeds also
[...] your survival kit (never venture into the back country without one) and get as far away as possible from your ATV [...]
[...] In the event you get lost or become disoriented, the first rule for survival is “Don’t Panic”. Your goal in this situation is to be found therefore you must make yourself as visible as possible. If you have an ATV stay with it as it can be a valuable resource let alone transportation. If the ATV is broke down still stay with it, it is a large object that can easily be seen and it has components you might be able to use for a survival kit. [...]