An open mind 

Reliable rifle/shotgun, gun mounted light, sling 

A reliable pistol (semi-auto) 

5 magazines for rifle, 3 for pistol 

1200 rounds rifle ammunition / 750 for shotgun

Reliable semi-auto pistol, sturdy holster 

(Optional: reliable pistol mounted light) 

200 rounds pistol ammunition 

Reliable flashlight and batteries 

(Recommended: SureFire Tactician) 

General purpose flashlight and batteries 

(Recommended: Surefire Stiletto) 

Headlamp (does not need to be expensive) 

2 chem lights (glow sticks, any color) 

Bring food & BOTTLED WATER 

Sturdy belt  

Eye protection (safety glasses) 

Ear protection (electronic) 

Rain and/or winter coat (we train rain or shine) 

Hat (with brim) 

Knee pads (optional) 

Sunblock and bug spray 

Pen and notepad/paper 

Roll of duct tape (any color)