I'm rebuilding my backpack emergency kit from scratch and would like input on water issues. I usually have lots of containers, so the main tasks are obtaining water (solar still etc.) and making it safe to drink.
The scenario is this: I am injured to the point of relative immobility, say I broke a leg, but have my pack. I envision my only water sources being dew and soil. Any thoughts on how to best collect it? Experiences?
The other issue is treatment, say, for 5-10 gallons. (Maybe I can get that crap water that dribbles along the ground from melting snow.) Any lighter alternatives to iodine tabs? Does anyone remember the dose for bleach (sodium hypochlorite)?
Any thoughts are appreciated.
Scott
The scenario is this: I am injured to the point of relative immobility, say I broke a leg, but have my pack. I envision my only water sources being dew and soil. Any thoughts on how to best collect it? Experiences?
The other issue is treatment, say, for 5-10 gallons. (Maybe I can get that crap water that dribbles along the ground from melting snow.) Any lighter alternatives to iodine tabs? Does anyone remember the dose for bleach (sodium hypochlorite)?
Any thoughts are appreciated.
Scott