Resources

bleeding control
Outdoor Wound Care Kit: What to Pack and How to Use It
Learn what a wound care kit should contain for hiking and camping, how to control bleeding, clean wounds, organize supplies and know when to seek care.

elastic bandage
6 Inch Elastic Bandage with Velcro: A Field Guide
Choose, apply, and pack a 6 inch elastic bandage with Velcro for sprains, strains, and wound compression on the trail with this practical field guide.

antibiotic ointment packets
Antibiotic Ointment Packets: Your Outdoor Kit Essential
Find out how antibiotic ointment packets keep outdoor kits ready for minor cuts and scrapes. Learn when and how to use them on the trail.

first aid kit
Wound Closure Kit Basics for Safer Outdoor Travel
Learn what a wound closure kit is, what's inside, when to use it outdoors, and how to pick, pack, and practice with one before your next trip.

