Last year I started doing location sound and put this kit together for $1,500:
Tascam DR-40
Rode NTG-1 w/Rycote Softie Windscreen
Oktava MK-012 w/Windtech US-2 Windscreen
Lux Falcon Carbon Fiber Boompole w/Pearstone DUSM-1 Shockmount
Audio Technica ATW-1821D Wireless System
Rode Lavalier...