Category: First Aid

9 Trail Errors That Could Be Life-Threatening

December 1, 2015

Making a mistake or error while hiking is certainly not a rare-occurrence. With so many things to remember and pay attention to before and during your hike, everyone should anticipate some kind of…
How to Protect Your Skin While Hiking

November 5, 2015

Your skin is the largest organ in your body and thus very susceptible to damage. When you’re out in the backcountry, it’s essential that you take care of your skin just as…
Treating Wounds in the Wild

October 10, 2015

In the wilderness, things can be very unpredictable. That is why it is important to be prepared. One of the first steps towards preparation for going out in the wild is your…
The Invisible Threat: Lyme Disease and How to Avoid it On the Trail

September 18, 2015

Lyme Disease is terrifying illness that can impact its victims long-term. Today, we know more about it than ever before, and still each year, more than 30,000 cases are reported to the…
How to Improvise a Splint

August 17, 2015

Knowing how to improvise a splint can be an incredibly useful backcountry skill to know when hiking on your own or with a group. Accidents happen just as much, if not more,…
How to Treat a Burn in the Backcountry

August 7, 2015

Being out in the wild can be overwhelming at times. Carelessness around a fire, a hot stove or pot is an easy way to get yourself burned. As a fairly common backcountry…
How to Prevent and Treat Blisters While Hiking

August 3, 2015

A long hike out in the wild can take its toll on your feet. Blisters are a common problem for hikers caused by friction on your feet as they get sweaty and…
First Aid Checklist

May 22, 2015

In the backcountry, regardless of how careful you are, there’s going to be a point at which you’re going to need a first aid. Whether it’s you or someone else, when you’re…