Backpacking
First-Aid Checklist
(Select Items that match your trip plans and your group size)
| Basic
Tools |
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Comprehensive
first-aid manual |
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Scissors |
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Emergency
blanket |
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Small
knife or multi-use tool |
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Magnifying
glass |
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Razor
blade |
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Small
mirror |
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Matches/lighter |
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Tweezers |
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Thermometer |
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Needle
and thread |
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Adhesive
tape |
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Safety
pins |
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Duct
tape
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| Bandages |
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Adhesive
bandages (various sizes) |
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Elastic-wrap
bandage |
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Butterfly
bandages |
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Gauze
pads |
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Triangular
bandage |
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Gauze
wraps |
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Large
compress bandage |
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Safety
gloves |
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Wire
splint |
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Medical
Tape
|
| Medications/treatments |
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Antiseptic
wipes |
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Lip
Balm (with sun protection) |
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Anti-bacterial
ointment |
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Vitamins |
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Aspirin |
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Salt
tablets |
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Burn
ointment |
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Antacid
tablets |
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Prescription
medicines |
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Insect
repellent |
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Snake
bite kit |
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Iodine |
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Cough
drops |
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Calamine
lotion |
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Eye
drops |
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Moleskin/2nd
Skin |
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Foot
powder |
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Biodegradable
soap |
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Antihistamine |
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Towelettes |
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Sunscreen
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