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I am wondering what you take along on a shoot in terms of gear that isn't a camera, lens or memory card.

I made a little wishlist on BHphoto for all my favorite items
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/wl/39D3EAC766?BI=1878&KW=&KBID=2528

I have three things (so far) I always like to take on a shoot.
52" reflector.  Great for outdoor shoots, indoor shoots.. anything.  A reflector really has to be the cheapest and simplest lighting method yet.  I am sure any brand would work just as well but I have been impressed by the westcott reflectors.
Giottos Rocket Air Blower - a quick and effective way to clean the sensor .. or anything else dusty
ColorChecker Passport - I was a little skeptical if I would really use this, but I bought it in the hopes that it would help with getting good color balance in my shots.  It now comes along on every shoot and when I remember to use it  I am very happy with the results.

Rechargeable batteries and charger for my flashes.  Why is anyone still using regular batteries instead of rechargeables?   

Yeah.... rechargable batteries.  Spot on.  Plus light modifiers - some professional (Lastolite - I like the one with the handle - it reduces hand fatigue) and some more basic (cuts of white card, small mirrors etc).

Can't remember life before the Pocket Wizards.

My anglefinder + knee-protectors - I like a VERY low angle, but I hate lying on my belly.
Collapsable reflector, Cokin filter set (ND grads mostly), tripod, fingerless gloves in winter.

My Geometr GPS unit for my D700. Comes in handy when doing image tagging, I can use the info tagged on the image in Google Earth so I can get the correct names of the surrounding land features on my landscape type shots. Also great just look at where you were for the shoot via the satellite image.

-Don

That does sound useful.  Is it an add on or standard equipment?

I am a large person, so standing for long periods of time aggravates my back.  One essential piece of equipment for me is a portable stool:

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Walkstool-Basic-Stools/746565.uts?rid=0123456789

For white/color balance, I bought these on eBay and they're fantastic:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Pro-Photo-18-Gray-Cards-White-Balance-card-CMY-3-LOT-/150498472349

Since I mostly record video, I have a Zoom H1 audio recorder, a shotgun microphone, a lav mic, and a Fader ND filter.  I also always keep a fresh bottle of gatorade in one of the outer pockets of my camera bag.

two of everything

Hi Warren,

Its an add-on and has worked really well..........here is a link to Amazon so you check the specs if you like.
http://www.amazon.com/Geometr-Receiver-Nikon-Realtime-Geotag/dp/B0019T236A

It plugs into the ten pin port and comes with an adapter that slides into the hot shoe w/velcro on top and on the back of the GPS unit and sticks on there. Powers up and aquires a signal fairly quick.

Regards,
Don

You can also see your current GPS location and altitude via a menu option on the D700

- lens tissue
- mini tripod (it's always in my bag)

I wish Canon would get on board and get a GPS solution that is a little less bulky.  Currently you need a wireless wifi controller ($800) and a gps unit which is both expensive and bulky  
I have just been logging GPS on a separate unit then merging the pictures to the gps log later.  That works but it is a bit of a work around and not easy to remember to do.

Sandwiches...

Accessory wise it has to be a notebook and pen if I'm outdoors....I seem to come up with my best ideas for future work when I'm roaming the woods.