BUSHCRAFT IFAK - AKA “FIRST AID KIT”

A well-prepared bushcrafter or wilderness camper should carry a first aid kit tailored to remote environments. Here’s a comprehensive list of essential first aid supplies:

Basic Supplies:

• First aid manual or reference guide
  

• Waterproof bag/container for storage
  

• Medical gloves (nitrile or latex-free)
  

• Adhesive bandages (assorted sizes)
  

• Sterile gauze pads (various sizes)
  

• Medical tape (waterproof if possible)
  

• Elastic bandages (ACE wrap)
  
  

Wound Care & Cleaning:

• Antiseptic wipes
  

• Alcohol prep pads
  

• Hydrogen peroxide or antiseptic solution
  

• Antibiotic ointment (e.g., Neosporin)
  

• Tweezers (for splinters/ticks)
  

• Small scissors
  

• Safety pins
  

• Cotton swabs
  
  

Pain & Anti-Inflammatory Medications:

• Ibuprofen (Advil) or Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  

• Aspirin (for heart attack symptoms)
  

• Antihistamines (e.g., Benadryl for allergic reactions)
  

• Anti-diarrheal medication (e.g., Imodium)
  

• Antacid tablets
  
  

Blister & Burn Care:

• Moleskin or blister pads
  

• Hydrogel pads (for burns)
  

• Aloe vera gel packets
  
  

Wilderness-Specific Supplies:

• Tick removal tool
  

• Snake bite kit (optional)
  

• Activated charcoal (for poisoning)
  

• SAM splint (for fractures/sprains)
  

• Emergency Mylar blanket
  

• Thermometer
  

• Eye wash solution
  
  

Emergency Medications & Treatments:

• Epinephrine auto-injector (if prone to severe allergies)
  

• Glucose tablets or gel (for diabetics or low blood sugar)
  

• Water purification tablets or drops
  

• Rehydration salts (for dehydration)
  
  

Tools & Miscellaneous:

• CPR face shield or mask
  

• Lighter or waterproof matches (for sterilizing)
  

• Duct tape (multi-use, including medical)
  

• Sewing needle and thread (for gear repair and wound closure in extreme cases)