Choosing the best outdoor first aid kit for you depends on a lot of factors. If you love hiking for long periods, you’ll need a different type of first aid kit than if you like outdoor water sports.
Some quick questions to answer are:
- What type of activity will you be doing?
- How long is the trip?
- Do you or anyone else have allergies?
- Will there be children?
- Will there be pets?
- What will the weather be like?
These are key considerations when planning out what items you will need to include in your first aid kit. MFASCO health and safety offers pre-made outdoor first aid kits for all sorts of situations including waterproof first aid kits, first aid kits with snake bite venom pumps, first aid kit backpacks, and even compact marine first aid kits. You can also custom-make your own first aid kit to match your big (or small) outdoor adventure.
Let’s take a look at what items should be in your outdoor first aid kit.
Outdoor First Aid Kit Supplies for Hiking and Camping
Planning first aid kit items for hiking and camping is essential to having a fun trip. Even if you think that there will be no injuries, it is best to be prepared for any situation especially if you’ll be in a remote location. It’s important to pack as lightweight as possible for a hiking trip since you will most likely be carrying this first aid kit. As mentioned, the items that you will need to pack will differ depending on who will be with you, what type of weather, and the length of the trip.
Make sure that your outdoor first aid kit for hiking and camping has items including:
- Bandages
- Gauze
- Small Scissors
- Antibiotic Cream
- Sunscreen
- Antiseptic Wipes
- Antihistamine Tablets (for any allergies)
We recommend the First Aid Kit Deluxe Sling With Outdoor Fill which is an outdoor first aid kit containing the necessary first aid supplies to treat minor first aid outdoor emergencies like bug bites, sunburn, and poison ivy contact. It is neatly pre-packed in a durable heavy-duty canvas bag which will hold up in rugged conditions and is easy to carry. This first aid kit is also great if you are hiking with children as it has plenty of supplies for minor cuts and scrapes.
Outdoor First Aid Kit Supplies for Watersports
Many people are watersports fans, especially during the summer months when it’s nice to cool off by white water rafting, wakeboarding, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and more. Many places offer canoe and kayaking trips in gorgeous locations. A nature lover dreams of spending time doing some outdoor activities in a beautiful space. One item that can often be overlooked when planning these trips or activities is the outdoor first aid kit. So what should be in an outdoor first aid kit for water supplies?
Since you will be around water, you should consider getting a waterproof case to bring any first aid kit items around.
Other items you should have in your outdoor first aid kit for watersports include:
- Bandages
- Gauze
- Small Scissors
- Antibiotic Cream
- Rescue Blanket
- Celox Bleed Control Packet
- Blood Stopper Bandage
We recommend MFASCO’s Outdoor Emergency Kit with Waterproof Case #904 which is encased in a waterproof, indestructible case from a tough resin material that is both sturdy and lightweight. This first aid kit contains all the necessary materials to treat minor cuts and injuries while waterproofing to safeguard your items while you're enjoying the water outdoors.
Outdoor First Aid Kit Supplies for Road Trips
While road-tripping, people often don’t think of the fact that they’ll be on the road for lengths of time therefore need to be well prepared to deal with any minor cut or injury. Finding pharmacies on the road might be harder than expected, especially if you’re planning on being around rural areas or national parks.
Your car first aid kit should include:
- Bandages
- Small scissors
- Pain Relief Packets
- Hand Sanitizer
- Ibuprofen Tablet Packets
- Sunscreen Packets
Ensure your car is equipped with a first aid kit with the necessary items to treat any minor cuts and injuries while you’re on the go, especially when traveling with children or pets!
We recommend the Home Auto & Outdoor First Aid Kit 230 Piece EVA Case which is perfect for active families. This first aid kit is small enough to fit in your car and is well organized to make sure you can find the supplies you need when you need them.
Whether you love being active, enjoying nature, or have many favorite outdoor activities, outdoor first aid kits are a perfect way to make sure that you and your family can enjoy having fun while staying safe. These first-aid kits are designed to help you manage and treat minor cuts, scrapes, and injuries. So that you can be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws your way.
