When I put my (multiple) kits together, I asked myself why my likely injuries/illnesses I could experience in various circumstances. My kits range from the pocket/purse every day kit (which includes chewable aspirin for heart attacks - added after a neighbor had one in her front yard) to a full blown trauma kit. I simply bring the “next level” kit depending on the adventure. So, i always start with my pocket kit and then add the others sequentially based on the adventure. It makes first aid planning fairly simple and easy to maintain. Add to your kit a mirror of some sort and a pen light. When you are alone, those are very helpful to see the injury. The pen light is a better than a head lamp because you can focus the light on the injury.
I don't know if you have covered that with items outside your FAK or if you want to rely on a mobile phone, but I'd also add an indestructible mirror (polished stainless steel plate). There are areas (face or ...) that you can't have a look at without one if you're out alone. Regards from Germany
I feel bad because I only lived sucking on my boo-boos as my first aid. I'm wondering how I'm going to suck on an amputated arm, good to have this with you all the time. Thank you!
My first aid kit is about a pound (set for a longer trek) and the trip I just went on a few days ago, my total pack was 25 pounds with 3 days off food and with cameras and battery packs
When I put my (multiple) kits together, I asked myself why my likely injuries/illnesses I could experience in various circumstances. My kits range from the pocket/purse every day kit (which includes chewable aspirin for heart attacks - added after a neighbor had one in her front yard) to a full blown trauma kit. I simply bring the “next level” kit depending on the adventure. So, i always start with my pocket kit and then add the others sequentially based on the adventure. It makes first aid planning fairly simple and easy to maintain.
Add to your kit a mirror of some sort and a pen light. When you are alone, those are very helpful to see the injury. The pen light is a better than a head lamp because you can focus the light on the injury.
Good video. I did notice you said you keep it at the bottom of your pack. I'd argue it should be at the top.
It, now, usually stays in the outside pocket of my pack so I can reach in and grab it.
I don't know if you have covered that with items outside your FAK or if you want to rely on a mobile phone, but I'd also add an indestructible mirror (polished stainless steel plate). There are areas (face or ...) that you can't have a look at without one if you're out alone.
Regards from Germany
Hey Liz luv ur vids and ur husbands. Pls tell clay to come to Oregon and go on a Deer hunt!!
Gave me some good ideas for additions to my med kit. Thank you!
Great video Liz! Thanks for all the tips!
I also carry a gunshot trauma kit and place it under my drivers seat; I purchased from Sportsman’s Warehouse.
I have a small container of talkempowder in my kit to put on the blister tape to stop it from sticking to socks
I feel bad because I only lived sucking on my boo-boos as my first aid. I'm wondering how I'm going to suck on an amputated arm, good to have this with you all the time. Thank you!
If I'm out for a whole day, I almost always use my first aid kit. Just part of turning 65.
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Can u ask him if he will take me on a hunt pls thx luv ur vids
Thank Liz, How much does you day pack way?
My first aid kit is about a pound (set for a longer trek) and the trip I just went on a few days ago, my total pack was 25 pounds with 3 days off food and with cameras and battery packs
Down here in Florida gators eat dogs.