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Homeade First Aid Kit

There are plenty of pre-packaged first aid kits out there but, here are some good ingredients that should go in most kits for most types of hikes. Keep in mind that the longer the hike, or the larger the group, the more safety gear you should bring.

by: Jason Stevenson

Tweezers
Safety Pins
Antibiotic Ointment
Antiseptic Towelettes
Wound Closure Strips
Moleskin or duct tape for blisters
Bandaids
ACE bandage
Bandanna (for splints)
Ibuprofen
Antihistamine
Gatorade powdered drink (emergency electrolytes, energy)

Also, for a survival/first aid kit:

Signaling device (whistle, mirror)
Safety Matches/fire-starter
Mylar blanket

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READERS COMMENTS

Crazy Glue was invented to close wounds on the battlefield. Compare the ingredients in Crazy Glue and New Skin Liquid and you will see they are exactly the same. Used in emergency situations they can be very safe and helpfull, but as with all things, moderation is the key.
Posted: Oct 27, 2009 Jeremy-EMT

crazy glue is toxic
Posted: Oct 25, 2009 Dan

Try Krazy Glue!!! It work like liquid stitches for deep cuts or a cut that bandaids or guaze pads cannot cover. It is also pretty light.
Posted: Apr 12, 2008 Nathan White