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What's in my Day Hike First Aid Kit?

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It is possible to purchase prepackaged kits, but you may need to supplement them with additional items like tampons or prescription medications. Image bellow shows what I carry in my Adventure Medical Kit. I added about 8 items to my kit.


It is by no means comprehensive, but to carry for any hiking trip is an excellent set.


Medial kit
Raquel's Adventure Medical Kit

My KIT CHECKLIST


  • Bandages: Assorted sizes for small cuts, blisters, etc. I pack at least 5 tough bandages and one or 2 that are bigger or more specific to bigger cuts.

  • 4 inch by 4 inch sterile dressing pads (5 to 10): To apply pressure to a wound and stop bleeding

  • Non-adherent sterile dressing (2 inch by 2 inch): Use these or Second Skin to cover blisters, burns or lacerations.

  • Gauze roll: Holds dressing in place.

  • Small roll of 1-inch adhesive tape: Holds dressings in place.

  • Multi-use tool or knife: Should include knife, scissors. A scalpel and blade are also useful for first aid. ( i carry the knife in my outside backpack not with the kit )

  • Forceps or tweezers: For removing splinters, ticks, and removing debris from wounds.

  • Scissors: Trauma scissors, which have a blunt end to protect the patient, can be used for cutting away clothing from injury, cutting medical tape, etc.

  • Safety pins: Can help remove splinters, fasten arm sling, or make a hole in a plastic bag for improvised wound irrigation.

  • Cotton-tip swabs: For removing foreign objects from eye, or applying antibiotic ointment.

  • Antiseptic towelettes: For cleaning small wounds.

  • Cleansing pads with lidocaine: For cleaning. Includes a topical anesthetic for abrasions, stings, etc.

  • Neosporin:

  • Pain relievers, including aspirin and Ibuprofen: Provides relief for minor aches and pains, reduces fever, helps reduce inflammation of sprains and other injuries.

  • Immodium 2 mg capsules or tablets: For relief of diarrhea from intestinal infections.

  • Pepto Bismol: For relief from general diarrhea, abdominal upset.

  • After Bite: Relieves skin irritation from bites, poison oak, stings, or allergic reactions.


My extras

  • Small roll of duct tape (which is extremely handy for any and all repairs)

  • Tampon and Sanitary Pad

  • Tiny can opener

  • Camping soap sheets

  • Individual floss strings

  • Small hand sanitizer

  • Small fire kit

  • Tiny sewing kit

You can also include other commonly used items in your first aid kit: lip balm, sunscreen, and insect repellent. I personally prefer to have those in a separate kit. Check image bellow to see what I carry separately.


Raquel's Extra Hiking Kit
Raquel's Extra Hiking Kit


On the next blog, I will share the contents of my hiking backpack that I always carry, not including emergency supplies.


Your trail leader and chef, Raquel.


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