Camping First Aid Kits

Camping is a time for fun with family and friends. It's a time to commune with nature, take in the fresh air and enjoy some time away from life's intense pace. And a camping first aid kit should be an essential part of your camping gear.

The camping first aid kit can be as basic or comprehensive as you need. It comes in all sizes, styles and price ranges. It's a handy thing to have for any outdoor enthusiast. And you never know when it will help save a life.

Whether you're a scout troop leader or just going camping with friends, it's important to think about how long you'll be out in the wilderness and how much room you'll have. Typically, camping first aid kits range in size from 1-10 person to 100 person and up.

The smaller first aid kit is all most people ever need. It fits easily in your car, truck, motor home, boat, backpack or cabin. It contains all the basics; painkillers, ointments, bandages (including finger, knuckle and butterfly), gauze pads, tweezers, a first aid guide, etc. Medium-sized ones would be great for family reunions or float trips. And larger kits might be ideal in campgrounds, ski resorts, or for park rangers and trail guides.

Generally, you can buy a camping first aid kit in one of three styles. The soft case first aid kit is typically smaller. It works well in a purse, under a car seat, in a glove box or backpack. You might want a hard case first aid kit for rougher environments like a car trunk, a boat or cabin. And the wall-mounted first aid kit is perfect for a central location in a resort, campground or park.

The price of your camping first aid kit is determined by its size and style but typically fall under $25 or can go up to $100 and up. Kits in the $50-$100 and $100 and up ranges tend to include more specialized and advanced products for professional groups such as ski instructors, camp administrators and rangers.

When you're ready to hit the trails, don't forget your camping first aid kit. You never know what nature has in store. And it's best to be prepared.