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We hear about the 10 essentials, but what are they?

And is it only 10?

And can they really save our lives?

Let's find out.

All right, let's jump into Mailbag.

You know, I kind of wish I had some sound effects here on this podcast.

I don't.

So, just kind of close your eyes, sit back and imagine jumping into a Mailbag.

This week's letter comes from Dylan, who lives in Connecticut, and Dylan writes,

Martin, I'm looking to take my first multi-day backpacking trip.

I've done several day hikes over the years, but I haven't done an overnight backpacking

trip, probably in decades.

I have a question, what do you do for a first-aid kit?

Do you go out and buy a commercial first-aid kit, or do you put one together yourself?

Good question, Dylan.

He goes on to say this.

Popover, I know you've probably covered this in the past episode, but I'm too

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