I like the way you think, Charlie. For the first X-number of years of hunting we never worried about getting stuck out for the night. Back then we always hunted as a group of at least 4 or more. Everybody knew where each other was. All of my hunting partners have either moved away or passed away so now I hunt alone. So now I carry a small pack with similar items just in case. Keep up the good habits, it has already paid off for you. Good hunting.