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## '''Altimeter''' I find that a barometric altimeter gives me important navigation information. If I know which mountain I'm on, knowing how high up it I am gives me a good idea of location.
## '''Blazes''' The blazes on trees are only useful if you know which paths have which blazes.
# '''Light''' You may be out in the wilderness much longer than you expect, so take a [[Best Running Lights| light]]. The [http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Petzl%20e%2BLITE Petzl e-lite] is a tiny light designed for emergency use.
# '''First Aid''' It's hard to carry much first aid when you are running, unless you carry a pack. Carrying basic medicine and some duct tape can go a long way without much weight. [[Portable Pharmacy]]
# '''Fire starter''' The lightest option is probably strike anywhere matches.
# '''Knife''' I carry the [[http://www.buckknivesamazon.com/index.cfms/ref=nb_sb_noss?eventurl=product.detailsearch-alias%3Dsporting&ProductIDfield-keywords=3563|Buck%20Knives%20Hartsook%20Ultralite Buck Hartsook Ultralite]] on a chain around my neck. It's a great little knife.
# '''Whistle''' A lightweight, plastic whistle will allow you to call for help. Shouting does not work well, as you get too tired too quickly. I have mine around my neck with my knife on a breakaway chain.
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