Backpacking First Aid Kits

It doesn't look too large in size looking at the size of the sissors compared to the bag. I also like that it has sterile medical equipment in it should I need it.
http://www.firstaidwarehouse.co.uk/xpp-t ravellers_complete_first_aid_kit_with_gr een_pouch.html?engine=ssp&keyword=FA W+Travellers+Complete+First+Aid+Kit+with +Green+Pouch&_$ja=tsid:7229|cc:|prd: TRAVFM|cat:first_aid_kits%2Ftravel_kits% 2F#opt_description
The point of the syringes etc is so that if I need treatment I can ask them to use my equipment so that I know that it is sterile.
But don't you think its better to be safe than sorry? I am going to be about 7 or 8 hours away from any private hospitals.

if this sign £ means dollars i think its to expensive
you could just make your own aid kit
other than that yea i think the kit is great
if you need you should put some important medicine it it like Tylenol or Advil

2009-04-05 13:23:27 by Pomegranate hates BNP

Many commercial first aid kits are seriously deficient. Most include little more than a few band-aids and bandages to cope with minor cuts or ...

I have a small firstaid kit i would like to keep in my backpack. Its mostly bandages. Would the antibioticic gel, ethyl alcohol and tweezers have to be taken out? Thanks

Most schools prohibit bring any drugs (including over the counter) to school. The anti-biotic gel would be considered an over the counter drug.

2011-10-10 16:19:33 by Billy Bob J

Price: $35.71 $19.01

A pocket survival kit that really could save your life
Be seen and heard
Keep your essentials safe and dry

I am trying to pack super light and I refuse to spend $30+ on a premade kit when I probably have everything in the house already.

Ready? Here is what I take when I go:

Band-aids: make sure you have a variety of sizes and shapes, there's nothing worse than getting cut and not being able to cover it well.
Moleskin: Use for blisters. It can be a lifesaver.
Sawyer Pump: This is not necessary if you are going to an area that does not have poisonous snakes, but if you are, it is definitely a good thing to have.
Antiseptic Wipes: Clean to prevent infection
Pain Killers of some type: I personally use Ibuprofen, but it's personal preference.
Scissors: For cutting Gauze, First Aid Tape, Moleskin
Gauze: For large injuries
First Aid Tape: For use with Gauze or other uses
It's also not a bad idea to bring an ace bandage if you will be far away from help.

Sorry that this isn't super light, but I don't recommend going skimpy when it comes to your first aid kit.

2007-05-01 09:24:55 by ShavenLlama

Price: $27.60 $12.75

Beat the heat
Quikclot stops bleeding 3 times faster than blood on its own.
Keep wounds clean

I would like to purchase a nice Emergency First Aid Kit with My Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
What wouldn't qualify? Would this one that I would like to get be eligible? http://www.abfirstaidstore.com/product/f ogg/first-aid-kitslarge-kits/1500-first- aid-kit
I am frequently outdoors pursuing adventure sports like Rock Climbing, Kayaking & Backpacking and am an active Triathlete as well. This kit would be for the house and back of my SUV and would be a comfort to know it's there. I've also taken Wilderness First Responder Courses and was a Combat Lifesaver in the military so I know a few medical tricks. Would this kind of kit be eligible?

Thanks in advance.

Sounds like it would be okay, as long as "[each] item [is] intended to treat or prevent a specific medical condition." Very nice kit by the way.

MedicUK.

2010-01-19 12:16:16 by Joshua W

I'm, going to be hiking the T105 trail or the Rim south of slide campground in the Lincoln National Forest in New Mexico for the experience this summer. Its about 30 miles of trail and I'll be alone. I've had experience hiking long distances before just never over night.
I'll be going for sure after July 4th

So my two main concerns are the fact that I will be alone, and I've never been to the Lincoln National Forest at this time so I don't know what to expect during the summer months.

I don't know if any of you have ever been on the trail if you have PLEASE be detailed, If you haven't and are just experienced backpackers please tell me all the tips you know about that could help me.

I have a fishing license and I know how to prepare a fish if I catch one. I think there are streams along the trail at some areas but are there?
Im not depending on fish to eat I'll bring about 2000 calories per day and water, iodine drops, first aid kit, small fishing pole, sleepingbag, good shoes, a swiss knife and a hat and besides my clothes I think thats it.
Are there snakes around there? Should I bring a snake bite kit?
Are these supplies advisable? Anything else I should add?
Should I bring a heavy warm sleeping bag or a light less warm one?
Whats the weather during the summer like? Is there lots of shade on the trail? How about the wildlife? The bears especially?

Here's the main link where I've gotten all of my information - http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/lincoln/recreati on/hiking.shtml

If you click on the Sacramento Ranger District that's where the Rim trail is listed.

When I get there I'm going to let the office know that I'm going backpacking the trail and that I'll be done in about 4 days.

If I find out all of these things will I have been thorough enough in my preparation?

Thanks everybody for taking the time to help me out =)

You have a lot more homework to do. I get the impression that you are not familiar with the area at all. You state it is your first overnight trip. Hiking long distances on day hikes will be useful, but, it does not qualify you to backpack by yourself on your first backpacking trip.

At the end of the you are going to have to do a lot of things you are not used to and you have to do it by yourself. Staying overnight one night is a lot different than doing it for 3 nights. I think it is a dangerous outing and you should reconsider going it alone, primarily because it is your first trip.

However, if you are determined to do it please do some more homework.

Contact the ranger at the ranger station and get as much local information as you can. Find out about the weather, how cold it gets at night and how hot it gets in the day. Don't think there are streams in the area, find out! Ask about tricky areas on the trail.

Get a good weather forecast and do it again just before you head out.

2,000 calories per day is not going to get it done. Plan on 5,000 to 6,000 with plenty of carbs.

Carry all synthetic clothing. Leave your cotton at home. It is useless when it gets wet and weighs a ton.

You make no mention of a tent or bivy. I would recommend an ultralight one-person tent, Many of the models available today don't weigh much more than a bivy and it might keep a snake from curling up beside you to keep warm during the night.

You will likely need rain gear and a fleece sweater.

You didn't mention it, but I think you might want to carry a map and a compass. I assume you are proficient in this area.

I have been on several solo trips and they can be very rewarding. Your trip is the king of outing I really love. It will be challenging and exciting. I just don't think your first overnight trip should be solo.

Visit my website (below), read everything there. If you have any questions email me. If you are not proficient with map and compass, email me.

2009-06-08 11:20:54 by Z ツ