A camping first aid kit checklist comes in handy whether you are you intend to build a DIY first aid kit or use a pre-packaged kit.
Having a camping first aid kit on hand will help you to feel more confident about handling those bumps, bruises and scrapes that often is part and parcel of spending part of your life in the great outdoors.
Truth is, most pre-packaged first aid kits don’t have everything you may need to take care of even small injuries.
Meaning that even if you want to use a pre-packaged kit, there are some first aid items that might not be included. And you will need to buy those separately.
So we prepared a camping first aid kit checklist to help cover all of the basics.
Just copy this checklist and check off the items you have ready to go. This way, you will not forget any of the essential things you need to take along.
Basic Camping First Aid Kit Checklist
____ Antiseptic wipes
____ Antibacterial Ointment
____ Assorted sized adhesive bandages
____ Butterfly bandages (these will hold a deeper wound together)
____ Various Size Gauze pads
____ Adhesive tape
____ Tweezers (great for removing splinters)
____ Shears
____ Thermometer
____ Pain Relievers such as Tylenol that is safe for children and adults
____ Upset stomach medicine
____ Bug and insect bite relief treatment
____ Eye wash and eye drop
____ Safety Pins
____ Antihistamine for allergy reactions
____ Aloe Vera gel for skin irritation and sunburn – very important for summer camping (Also Read Summer Camping Safety Tips)
____ Latex Gloves
____ Extra Flashlight or Headlamp
____ Emergency Heat Reflecting Blanket
____ First Aid Manual
You also want to make sure that you have plenty of bug repellent and sunscreen to help prevent bug bites and sunburn from ruining your camping trip.
Of course you want to keep your kit in a waterproof container to prevent damage. And make sure if anyone is taking prescribed medicines that each persons medication is separated and labeled and kept away from small children.
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