Sometimes when you're in the backcountry, you do everything right, and Mother Nature still throws you a curveball that leaves you out for longer than expected. It's those times that you don't want to be caught without a survival kit and a comprehensive first aid kit to get you through. Sure, having your bug out gear ready to go in case of an earthquake is always a good idea too, but in either case, you'll be happy you remembered to stock up on the right gear before you needed it.
