257 First Aid Kit, Cabinet of Curiosities, Trees in the Road, Leathermans, Wound Closure
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257 First Aid Kit, Cabinet of Curiosities, Trees in the Road, Leathermans, Wound Closure

First aid kits seem like a good idea, but are they useful? Ours is! Let's dive deep on this one. We'll also visit a mummified hand, see trees in the road, play with sharp things and stop a whole lot of bleeding.

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The AI made me do it

PRODUCT REVIEW

A PLACE TO VISIT

TECH TALK

RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION

FIRST AID KIT

  • Wilderness First Aid Training:
  1. Red Cross
  2. American Outdoor School
Emergency Number List:
  1. US poison control 1-800-222-122
  2. General Emergency 911
  3. Mental Health Support 988
Stop the Bleed Kit - TRAINING STRONGLY RECOMMENDED Pressure dressing (Israeli bandage or similar) - Maintains pressure over bleeding wounds Hemostatic gauze (e.g., QuikClot) - Promotes clotting in deep wounds; requires training Blister Tape (Moleskin) - Blister prevention Burn Cream - Minor burns Medical paper or silicone tape - Gentle adhesion to skin; secures dressings with minimal irritation Heavy-duty cloth or waterproof tape - Strong adhesion for securing splints, bandages, or emergency repairs Cotton swabs (e.g., Q-tips) - Applying ointments, cleaning small wounds, precise care Flat-style instant cold pack (single-use) - Temporary relief for sprains, bruises, burns, and insect bites Sterile gauze pads (various sizes) - Covering wounds, absorbing fluids Heavy-duty feminine pads (non-menstrual use) - Used as emergency absorbent dressing for bleeding control Irrigation syringe (10-20 mL) - Wound flushing Antiseptic wipes (benzalkonium or chlorhexidine) - Wound cleaning Hydrocolloid bandages - Blister prevention and treatment Adhesive bandages - Small cuts and abrasions Whistle - Emergency signaling; attract attention in remote areas Disposable thermometer - Fever monitoring Scalpel (individually wrapped, single-use) - Precision cutting in emergencies; backup cutting tool Stainless steel sewing needle - Removing splinters, emergency gear or fabric repair First Aid Guide - Reference Small compass (cheap but reliable) - Basic navigation in case of GPS failure or emergency Tick remover tool (e.g., Tick Key) - Safer removal of embedded ticks (optional, useful in wooded areas) CPR mask (one-way valve) - Rescue breathing TRAINING RECOMMENDED Sterile eye wash (saline solution) - Flush out irritants, dust, or debris from eyes Trauma shears (full size, usable) - Cutting tape, clothes Tweezers (fine tip) - Splinters, ticks Acetaminophen - Pain, fever (alternate to ibuprofen) Activated charcoal - for poisoning Zinc oxide diaper cream - Treats chafing, rashes, minor burns, insect bites; provides moisture barrier Meclizine or dimenhydrinate - Motion sickness, nausea Antacid tablets - Indigestion, heartburn Oral rehydration salts - Rehydration during illness Loperamide - Diarrhea Hand sanitizer (60%+ alcohol) - Hand hygiene Nitrile gloves - Protective barrier Finger cots - Protect wounds on fingers; keep dressings dry Non-lubricated condoms - Emergency water carrier, wound protection, or improvised cover Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Allergic reactions, sleep aid Hydrocortisone cream 1% - Skin irritation, rash Ibuprofen - Pain, inflammation, fever Loratadine or cetirizine - Non-drowsy allergy relief 2-day emergency supply of essential personal meds - Includes medications critical for survival or ongoing treatment (e.g., insulin, heart meds) Hard candy (glucose source) - Emergency sugar source for suspected diabetic hypoglycemia Naloxone nasal spray (e.g., Narcan) - Emergency treatment for opioid overdose; potentially life-saving Permanent marker (e.g., Sharpie) - Mark tourniquet times, label supplies, track wound changes, or leave emergency notes

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229 The SPIRIT of Vanlife?, Free Books, Trash Can, Bench Testing, Moths

229 The SPIRIT of Vanlife?, Free Books, Trash Can, Bench Testing, Moths

Are you following "the spirit of van life"? Spoiler: Yes, you are. You're also about to hear about the importance of bench testing, learn a lesson from a moth, score some free books and learn about a very nice trash can.     A cecropia, giver of lessons..   THE HEART OF VANLIFE The article by Curious Toad https://www.thecurioustoad.com/post/vanlife-unfiltered-adventure-simplicity-and-self-discovery-in-a-changing-trend NEWS Tucson City Council to vote next week to ban camping in washes https://www.tucsonsentinel.com/local/report/092024_wash_camping/tucson-city-council-vote-next-week-ban-camping-washes/ Cat lost during camping trip treks 900 miles in the right direction https://boingboing.net/2024/09/23/cat-lost-during-camping-trip-treks-900-miles-in-the-right-direction.html Your Phone Won’t Be the Next Exploding Pager https://www.wired.com/story/exploding-pagers-hezbollah-phones/ PRODUCT REVIEW A Cool Trash Can. Really.  https://amzn.to/3zpMHnn TECH TALK Gasoline Parking Heater https://amzn.to/4da0ufI RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Project Gutenberg https://www.gutenberg.org/ A PLACE TO VISIT Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservancy https://keywestbutterfly.com/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

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228 Fire Extinguishers, Gas vs. Diesel Heaters, Space Blankets, Bermuda, Royal Male

228 Fire Extinguishers, Gas vs. Diesel Heaters, Space Blankets, Bermuda, Royal Male

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227 Defining Successful Vanlife, Air Fryer, Clem, Singing Road, Recycling, Propane Locker

227 Defining Successful Vanlife, Air Fryer, Clem, Singing Road, Recycling, Propane Locker

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4 Syys 202438min

226 Solar Redux, Dawn Powerwash, Yi Yu Tang House, Hitches, Strange Powers

226 Solar Redux, Dawn Powerwash, Yi Yu Tang House, Hitches, Strange Powers

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28 Elo 202443min

225 10 Things Builders Forget, RV Museum, Going Downhill, Free* Streaming, Dowsing for $$$

225 10 Things Builders Forget, RV Museum, Going Downhill, Free* Streaming, Dowsing for $$$

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224 Rag & Bone Buffet! AWD vs. 4WD, JDM, Squeal Test, Katoomba, EnZed, UrbEX

224 Rag & Bone Buffet! AWD vs. 4WD, JDM, Squeal Test, Katoomba, EnZed, UrbEX

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223 Things to Check While You're Driving, Android Radio, Sherri's Castle, Phone Mount

223 Things to Check While You're Driving, Android Radio, Sherri's Castle, Phone Mount

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222 10 Joyful Things about Vanlife, Jackery 1500 Charging, Dog Statue, VW Resources

222 10 Joyful Things about Vanlife, Jackery 1500 Charging, Dog Statue, VW Resources

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