Emergency Kit

[Mr.E]

Besides water (or a way to purify it), means to a fire, a good knife, a fire arm, and a poncho, I try to carry some meds. Ibuprofen and Claritin (not benedryl because it puts me to sleep and/or makes me clumsy), antibiotic ointment, some bandages, and alcohol swabs.

[pastywhite]

Originally Posted by Dorcy Lantern

Always Bring a Lantern with you when you go. A battery operated one is best. However, a rechargable solar or crank one works better

I love the smell of spam in the morning.

[Theosus]

I just bought one of those "adventure medical kits" from REI. Its for 1-2 people. Its got a lot of good stuff in it. I added one of those little $9 victorinox swiss army knives from walmart (mine is pink so if I drop it in the leaves it will show up). The knife has two blades, some scissors, and the most awesome tweezers ever, anywhere. Those little suckers will grab tiny stuff. I also threw a little bit of dental floss and a needle in there. Dental floss is STRONG stuff. I knew a lady that fixed her car upholstery with dental floss at one point. If your pack splits open or a strap pops, you can sew it up with floss. If your friend cuts himself really bad, that might be fun, too.