Why you need a travel kit
Accidents don’t happen often but when they do it boy is it nice to have a few things to take care of life throws at you, or your friends/family. Many of the med kits on the market are created to keep at home or in your car with enough supplies to last you 10 years. Problem is that doesn’t help much when you are out!
This is why I advocate and am the one to carry a micro-med kit on my adventures. The main difference is that you will want to replenish after use. The goal is to patch just about anything up to make it home. Or if you are living out of AirBnbs full time, then as your main medical kit.
[ picture of med kit Back pack hanging in tree ]
What I pack makes sense for the things I do, you may not need a whole arsenal of waterproof adhesives if you don’t kayak!
What’s in my Kit
Pair of Gloves
Stay protected when providing help to another.
Alcohol Prep Wipes
Absolutely essential to clean fresh wounds. It’s gonna be a short sting but will dodge long term infections .
Gauze (Roll and Patches)
A single roll of gauze will be a life saver in if a large laceration were to happen. Pads are good for medium jobs.
Waterproof Tape
Even if you aren’t a kayaker, water proof tape is generally more heavy duty and have a longer shelf life when exposed to the elements from my experience.
Trash Bag
Useful for so many things. One thing is to help with hyperthermia. Wearing it like a poncho is extremely effective. It won’t be a breathable Patagonia by any means but if you are freezing you just want warmth.
Lighter
Just have one.
Butterfly Bandages
You never want to need a butterfly bandage but if someone in your crew has a deep cut you’ll be happy to have them.
Assorted Bandages
I bought a large variety pack off the internet. You certainly do not need as many different kinds as I do but one kind to look for is a knuckle bandage.
Carry a Knife
I could personally be a lot better with this my self but it is responsible to have something sharp enough to cut with.New Paragraph
Mark Your “Templates”
In my photos you’ll see that I have put 2301 on two of each kind of bandage. This way I can use the non/marked ones without taking the time to resupply each time I need a band aid. Which is the most popular use of my med kit. If I find myself using one of the templates that’s my sign that I need to take the time to resupply.
First Kit? Great Friend Activity!
Buying individual things you need at the local pharmacy is a great way to build a great kit. The only issue is you probably don’t really need 200 alcohol prep wipes and 150 bandages. It takes time to unbox and lay everything out but it is a great opportunity to invite a friend or small group over for an hour.
Bonus - Vacuum Sealer
It is a major plus if you can get your hands on one as it will keep you kit incredibly small until you need to use it.
Nature's Symphony
Be safe!
You never know what might happen. I somehow got this deep cut from a shovel while clearing snow during my time in Salt Lake City, Utah.
