All day kit, taylored to ALASKA, moving soon and will need to update the gear. Input requested on inclosed list.

I want to mention that this is NOT a bugout bag (I would bug in), this is purely a survival kit that I rely on to help keep me alive, aid self-rescue, and aid others. My background is survival/bushcraft, I was literally born (and raised) in the woods. My profession is medical. In Alaska, we all know that every outdoor adventure could very well be our last. There is also a VERY strong sense of “Good Samaritan”. To name a few: I’ve personally aided in avalanche rescues, helped train rescue dogs, rescued persons who’ve fallen through thin ice (once by diving in), glacier crevasse rescue, and helped lost tourists find their way back.Camp:4in high carbon knife9in folding saw6inx.5in ferro rod x2100ft heavy duty paracordLeathermanBic lighter x2Canteen with metal cup, ½ full to save weightWater bottle x1, stainless, 3quart, empty to save weightSawyer personal water filterSmall tin dedicated to fishingPocket sharpenerProtection:8in knife, all carbon steel with hollow handle for superb spear ops, waterproof storage for storm matches.40 H&K USP, 13+1, x2 extra mags, shoulder holsterDetection:MirrorFlashlight, waterproofWhistle, waterproofWeather:Ultralight down blanket x2“Contractor” trash bags x2, can be used as poncho, dry storage, etc etcSocks & gloves, dry socks and gloves are essentialQuart size Ziploc x5, waterproof dry storage can be hard to come by10x10 nylon tarp, lighter and more versatile than a tent or plastic tarpTech:Smart phone with downloaded maps of local and surrounding areas (ziplocked)Power cell, with capacity for x3 “dead to full” phone charges (ziplocked)CompassField guide of local plants/trees, therapeutic and edible.Medical:FULL medical kit, including plenty of “not recommended” items (will post list if there is interest)This is all stored in my waterproof 40L backpack. I haven't weighed it so I'm not sure about that number. Realistically weight is less important than range and comfort, and I can comfortably cover 12-15 miles per day as is. 25miles would be doable if I wanted to stop less, sweat more, and not enjoy myself as much.This is my “all day” pack, if I'm going to be out for an extended amount of time (3-30 days) I'll include a camp ax, 20w solar charger, and possibly a rifle. Because of where I live very extreme weather may apply, which does alter what I would wear, but I haven't found it demanded any changes to my kit.Notable omissions: Space blanket, used to carry but never needed them so they got tossed. Tinder(s), I live in a temperate rain forest but know where to find tinder as needed 10 out of 10 times; but I rarely do I need to because I brought a bic. Leaves more time and sweat for practicing skills, such as friction fire or carving.So what’s the point here? We’re an Active Duty family and this spring we’re going to be transferred to a new location, which will very likely be on the east coast. My experience on the East coast is limited to beers and beaches, so I had hoped to get some feedback on changes that I may need to make as the climate, terrain, and problems will be vastly different.(posted what could be against the rules with mod permission) http://ift.tt/2gea6ua