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Do you hike with a first aid kit? And if you carry one, have you taken inventory of it lately?<\/p>\n

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A first aid kit is one of the Ten Essentials<\/a> you should always take on a hike, and it\u2019s especially important on an overnight backpacking trip. Some of the stuff inside you\u2019ll use fairly regularly and should replace often (moleskin for blisters, bandages, or aspirin), while others are rarely used but are critical in an emergency. Each person\u2019s kit should vary depending on the medical conditions of the hikers in the party, the length and duration of the trip, and the area you\u2019ll be hiking into.<\/p>\n

You can purchase prepackaged kits, like those from\u00a0Adventure Medical Kits<\/a>, You\u2019ll want to supplement these kits with additional equipment, any prescription medications you\u2019re taking and medications for conditions specific to the hikers in your group (epinephrine pen for those allergic to bee stings, for example).<\/p>\n

Organize and waterproof your kit with small resealable bags and plastic bottles. Label medications. You can also include other commonly used items in your first aid kit: lip balm, sunscreen, insect repellent, multi-use tool, and a small roll of duct tape (which is extremely handy for any and all repairs).<\/p>\n

This checklist is by no means comprehensive, but a basic overnight first aid kit should include the following items:\"small-first-aid.jpg\"<\/strong><\/p>\n