The first thing we all must understand as a first aider is that in the outdoors preparation is key.
When putting together a first aid kit for hiking it’s important to find the balance between bringing just enough supplies.
To have a light pack but also to make sure you have everything you’ll need in case of an emergency.
Here are 6 must have items to include in your pack to ensure that you are prepared for an emergency, should it arise.
TIP: 1 bandage doesn’t go very far for a leg, so if everyone carries one. Then there’s enough to treat a snake bite properly
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list of what to include in a first aid kit for hiking, just a few suggestions of what to include.
A first aid kit without training is like having all the ingredients in the pantry but no idea how to cook. Actually, it’s more like having everything you need for a recipe, but leaving out one crucial ingredient. Without it, your cake won’t rise and your custard will curdle.
What you learn in our first aid courses will be more valuable than anything inside your kit. In fact, you’ll learn that some life-saving first aid can be done with just your hands.
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