I agree with much that has been said here. Think of all the training your will get from patrolling with a 10kg backpack. Check out some of the kit you may need to carry as a ranger.
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Just remember guys not to spray DEET -based repellent straight into gore-tex or similar fabrics. The stuff is so heavy it melts the gore-tex clothes. Spray it more to your skin or cotton based clothes, that your fancy arc'teryx gear :) Check this out: http://sectionhiker.com/deet-dissolves-breathab...

Here is an explanation how to pack US gear. If I find the time, I will shoot a short clip about how I pack my stuff.

http://www.odjournal.com/Videos.aspx

Oh, this list is so neat. But, few things I'm taking, apart from what mentioned here: - Duct tape - Beanie hat, 'cause it gets cold an I'm bald. - Melatonin & caffeine pills. One puts you down, the other gets you up. - Insect repellant. - Insect repellant again, because it's super important. - Scar...

Individual Combat Equipment to Berget 12 Combat pack for deployment is based on Swedish equipment. All kit in the combat pack should be filled in a black waste bag to prevent the kit from being wet or moist. Combat Uniform M90 Light jacket http://www.tacupgear.com/klader/skjortor/field-shirt-m90 M9...