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Mark's Daily Apple Wednesday, June 1, 2022 12:00 PM There are different degrees of hiking. There's the kind of "hiking" you do through Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, Central Park in NYC, or Runyon Canyon in Hollywood. You're outdoors and amidst the trees and foliage and physically active, but it's not quite roughin' in. You still have cell coverage and you can procure an iced coffee within twenty minutes if you have to. For those hikes, you don't need first aid. You don't need any special skills other than the ability to ambulate across the landscape. But there's real hiking. Hiking more than five miles. Multi-day hiking. Overnight hiking. Backpacking. Hiking in a place where the trail might not be so well-maintained, where you might run into an aggressive animal, where you have to keep your wits about you. For this type of hiking, which is what most people imagine when they think of "hiking," it's a good idea to come prepared with first aid: with physical medical supplies and skills and knowledge that will help you enjoy the great outdoors without staying helpless. Because the true allure of hiking is getting out into the wilderness where the niceties and comforts of the modern world no longer apply. We all want a bit of adventure, but we also want to make it back in one piece. So let's dig into hiking first aid. I won't tell you to "bring water" or "snacks" because, well, you're an intelligent adult who doesn't need to be told the absolute basics. Hiking First Aid Tweezers Tweezers are a godsend, but you need both needle tip and broad tip. Needle tip tweezers are excellent for removing ticks—just get as close to the skin as possible and pull straight out—while broad tips are good for removing splinters and thorns. These fit the description. Adhesive bandages of all sizes Adhesive bandages (or bandaids) of varying sizes are essential for covering up cuts and wounds. Butterfly bandages are also nice for binding wounds that would otherwise need stitches. Betadine Betadine is an iodine-based antiseptic that cleans wounds and kills germs. A little bottle is great to have on hand so you can spray your cuts and wounds. Antiseptic wipes Clean wounds, sterilize skin and hands and tools. These are just handy to have around. Medical scissors In case you need to cut a bandage or some fabric/clothing, these are indispensable. This is a good pair. Surgical tape You never know what you'll need to tape to your skin. This is a good one. Gauze Used to stop bleeding, protect wounds, improve healing, and all that good stuff that helps you overcome bad luck on the trail. Multitool Gives you just about everything you might need to handle the occurrences that you can't quite anticipate. Here's one. Good knife A good sturdy knife is always a wise choice on the trail, even if you only use it to whittle a stick to pass the time. You'll never regret having a knife. This one has a firestarter attached. … Continue reading "Hiking First Aid: What to Bring, Do, and Know to Stay Safe on the Trail" The post Hiking First Aid: What to Bring, Do, and Know to Stay Safe on the Trail appeared first on Mark's Daily Apple. |
