follow these guide lines
1. shelter
2. water
3. light & fire
4. first aid & Hygiene
5. weapons and tools
6. food
7. maps and navigation
8. repair kit
9. misc
Try and bring some reading material, paper, pens, ipod, drink mix, Extra socks, sleeping mat, pillow, 22 rifle or 12ga pump action shotgun for self-defense, hearing protection, boat, rain poncho, cardboard box for storing muddy shoes, sunglasses, jacket, hydration packs/ water bottles, spork, rope, etc
Also make arrangments with someone about where your going to be and when you're coming back, also give them a map and circle where your camping. This way a search party can have a good idea where to start looking.