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FIRST-AID KIT

You can put together your own first-aid kit or purchase one from a gear store. Modern kits come in a wide range of sizes to accommodate different types of trips and various group sizes. No matter what type of kit you carry, be sure to understand how to use its components, and always carry any manual provided with a kit. It’s tough to take a crash course in an emergency situation.

For low-risk hikes lasting a day or less, a basic kit is fine. A basic kit should include:

 Manual

 Bandages, including gauze and medical tape. Moleskin is very handy for treating hot spots and even preventing blisters. Tincture of benzoin will help moleskin adhere to skin better.

 Antiseptic to clean wounds

 Drugs, including something to reduce fever (like acetaminophen), something to reduce inflammation (like ibuprofen), electrolyte tablets to overcome dehydration, and antacid tablets

 Prescription medicines

 Cutting tools, like scissors or a razor

 Hydrocortisone cream for skin irritations

 Tweezers