What's funny is this guy and myself must have learned from the same people because I have "Field Notes" notebook in my bag at all times with a space pen (bullet pen), a lensatic compass, a pen light and a roll of orange flagging tape. Its standard issue in my hunting pack. [/quote]

I think that is a great idea, but I am kind of a minimalist. Heck, I hunt with my grandfather's 1953 760 gamemaster (270). Funny thing is I have a roll of marking tape 2 inches from my computer right now, but have never had any with me hunting. I "stalk/still-hunt" more than I sit (especially with a gun), so usually I only carry a knife, 4-5 extra shells, some loose toilet paper or paper towel, and maybe a bottle of water.