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Active GPS burns through battery pretty quickly. AirTags and the like work because any iPhone that walks within range will share the location anonymously.
I have no problem charging the tracker as long as it can last like 3 days between charges.
Maybe a LoRa node with a GPS module and install Meshtastic on it? It's got a "tracker" mode.
Heltec makes fairly inexpensive ones, but you'll need to supply your own GPS module.
The RAKWirelss Wisblock is modular and basically snaps together; they're a little more expensive, but they're also more power efficient and can be smaller when adding the GPS.
You'd need to be in range, but with a decent antenna (can possibly sew it into the bag), range can be several km.
Hmmmm.... I appreciate the ideas. I don't think I'm technically proficient enough to make my own custom system. I can build computers and repair electronics, but I have never made anything on my own unfortunately.