You should always have your Essential Seasonal Pack ready to go and clothes you wear ready to put on. In addition, have another medium or large duffel bag that holds everything else. That would include extra food and water, boots or spare shoes, spare clothes and gear. At base camp you'll have time to quickly get your pack ready before a search and that will be easy with everything readily available. Pack and Track Tips Pack everything possible into ziploc bags.
Gear is visible and easier to find and pack.
Even with ziplocs it won't take long to realize you also need a pack cover for added protection in heavy rain. Always wear something orange and visible during a search. A hat or shirt is the obvious but you could also bring a light, cheap orange hunter's vest to put on over your top. Your ability to be seen is crucial and wearing natural colors is, well, unnatural for us. If you don't already, think about carrying a small pair of binoculars or even lighter monocular.