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Who Would You Bring If You Were Stuck On An island?

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Who Would You Bring If You Were Stuck On An island?

A guide to help you choose wisely.

Everyone has heard about or has been asked: If you were stranded on a deserted island, who would you bring or what would you bring? (Food and water are provided.)

In case this question comes up in your near future or you're just really bored and want to write a list of things to pack and people to go with on your next cruise, this article will provide you with the best answers.

Who to bring:

1. The boy scout

If you have a friend who's an eagle scout, you're in luck. This guy will tie the knots, build the shelter and keep you away from poison ivy. 

2. The entertainer

The worst thing that could set in would be complete boredom. You'll learn to appreciate the little things while on the island, but having someone to entertain you would pass the time a little quicker. 

3. The doctor

Staying healthy is important because being sick through the heat would be terrible. The doctor would keep you healthy and hopefully wouldn't be a drag to hangout with.

4. The athlete

Need something done? This guy won't hesitate to lift that log to prove that he's "still got it". He's also always down to kick or toss around the coconut. 

5. The girl

Let's get real, mixing meat all day would get annoying, and not fun. The girl would keep the balance between the group and would keep the guys from going feral. 

6. The suck up 

Having a personal slave on the island would come in handy. Your experience would borderline a vacation, but be careful what you wish for, he'll chirp your ear off during downtime. 

What to bring:

1. Swiss army knife

The swiss army knife is hands down your best bet to tackle any sort of problem. The knife can be used to defend yourself and cut whatever you want. 

2. Lighter

Starting fires is incredibly useful on an island. It also can be used to spark up any local herbs you discover. 

3. Water bottle

Even though your water is provided, keeping a stash is crucial to battle the heat. 

4. Television (with cable)

TV is a great way to pass the time; think about all the shows you'll be able to catch up on. You'll be able to recite reruns to every show in no time. Watching the occasional sporting event would be a nice change of pace as well.

5. Rum

The words "desert island" and "rum" shouldn't be spoken if not together in the same sentence. This is the rum you'll find in a treasure chest buried under your campsite. Be careful, this is pirate rum, too much and you'll be left blind.

6. Sleeping bag

Sleeping under the stars wrapped up in a green sleeping bad sounds enticing, considering you'll be protected from the bugs. Protecting yourself from anything that wants to crawl on you when you're sleeping is a must. A sleeping bag may be an underrated object to bring on an island, but is essential.

7. A football

Or any type of ball for that matter, because playing catch or kicking it around would get you off your butt and having fun. Try not to loose it in the ocean.

8. Hammer and nails

You're bound to build a sweet tree fort like they do in the movies. Having a hammer and nails will come in handy.

9. Hatchet

Chopping those trees down to make that tree fort is no easy task. That pocket knife will only get you so far, you need some heavy steal to get the job done right.

10. Flashlight

Let's get real, torches suck. This flashlight is solar powered so don't worry about batteries, and it is a useful tool in the jungle at night.

Hopefully these recommendations leave you more prepared. When the day comes when you really have to choose, I hope for your sake you choose wisely. 

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