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Weekend bushcraft camp, 1-2 hours from nearest road. Evacuation possible but slower.
Total Weight: ~250-350g
Contents (Additions to Day Pack)
Everything from Day Pack PLUS:
Bleeding Control (Enhanced):
- +2 Gauze pads (total 4)
- +1 Israeli bandage OR Pressure bandage – serious bleeding
- 1 Triangular bandage – sling, tourniquet (last resort), head wrap
Wound Care (Enhanced):
- +6 Antiseptic wipes (total 10)
- 1 tube Antibiotic ointment (small, 5g) – multi-use
- 4-6 Steri-strips – closing wounds (alternative to stitches)
Blister/Friction:
- +2 Blister plasters
- 1 Roll medical tape (2.5cm × 5m) – securing bandages, blister prevention
Pain/Medication:
- +4 Ibuprofen (total 8 tablets)
- +4 Paracetamol (total 8 tablets)
- 2 Antihistamine tablets (allergic reactions, insect bites)
Sprains/Strains:
- 1 Elastic bandage (7.5cm width) – ankle/wrist sprains
Tools:
- 1 Tweezers (tick removal, splinters)
- 1 Small scissors (cutting tape, gauze)
- 2 Safety pins
Hygiene:
- 2 Nitrile gloves (pair) – wound care
- 1 Hand sanitizer (small bottle, 50ml) – hygiene without water
Survival/Shelter:
- 1 Emergency blanket (mylar space blanket) – hypothermia, shock
Documentation:
- 1 Pencil + small notepad – recording injuries, times (important if evacuating)
Rationale
Increased self-reliance:
- Help further away (1-2 hours)
- Minor injuries must be managed 2-3 days
- Infection prevention more critical
Still realistic:
- Not carrying OR equipment
- Focus on stabilization + evacuation if serious
Treating common injuries effectively
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