First Aid Kit Items


Items needed for a first aid kit:
2 pairs of gloves
6 or more cravats
4 or more 4x4 gauze pads
2 or more rolls of self-adhering roller gauze or kling (3-4 inches wide)
6 or more band-aids
2 rolls adhesive tape
cold pack
scissors
small flashlight
aspirin, acetaminophen, and/or ibuprofen
sunscreen
tweezers
blanket (optional, but highly recommended when exploring wilderness areas and/or traveling during winter)

It’s also important to know if any members of your group are taking any medications, and for what reason. Also, does anyone have a medical condition that everyone should be aware of; for example, diabetes, seizures, or allergies.

Many more items may be included in a first aid kit. The above items are the bare minimums that you should have before going out into nature.