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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.
