Many different groups have their recommendations for what your essential gear should be. I find it helpful to see others ideas as I work to curate my own list. This one is from the Boy Scouts of America and obviously is not for the end of the world, but will cover the bases if your just out camping. I appreciate the simplicity of it over anything else.
- Pocket Knife
- First Aid Kit
- Extra Clothes
- Rain Gear
- Water Bottle
- Flashlight
- Trail Food
- Matches and Fire Starter
- Sun Protection
- Map and Compass