When getting a medical kit together it depends on your own skills when packing it and using it. Pack medications in airtight containers with cotton wool to prevent rattling, and it can be used to start a fire if needed. Here are a few essential items to carry that will cover most ailments...
Analgesic... A pain reliever for mild and moderate pain. Codeine phosphate is ideal for tooth, ear, and headaches, Ibuprofen or Advil is also very good for these types of ailments especially sense you have to have a prescription to get Codeine. One tablet of the Codeine phosphate every six hours as needed but can cause constipation as a side effect, so it can also help if you are having loose bowel movements. Now you can't give this to children So that is why its good to Carry Tylenol or ibuprofen, these can be given to children and don't cause constipation. Although they may not be as strong as Codeine they do work for mild pain.
Intestinal sedative... For treating acute and chronic diarrhoea. Imodium is usually favoured. DOSE: 2 capsules initially, then once each time a loose stool is passed.
Antibiotic... For general infections. Tetracycline can be used even by people hypersensitive to penicillin. DOSE: one 250mg tablet, four times daily repeated for five to seven days. Or there is Omoxocylin that is also a great antibiotic that can be used by people that are hypersensitive to penicillin, That is what I usually keep on hand, I myself am allergic to penicillin and it works great. DOSE: one 500mg tablet 2 times a day for 5-7 days. Be sure to carry enough for a full course. If taking either of these antibiotics be sure to steer clear of milk product, calcium and iron preparations or other drugs containing aluminium hydroxide.
Antihistamine... For allergies, insect bites and strings ( may also help in Case of a bad reaction to a drug). Piriton is recommended in Britain, Benadryl (which I highly recommend) in the USA, Sleepiness is a side effect of both, so both can be useful as a mild sleeping pill. Do not exceed the recommended dosage, or take with alcohol.
Water Sterilizing Tablets... For use where water is suspect and you can not boil. Iodine is also a great way to sterilize water, just for safety precautions I carry both. Be sure to do a little homework to see how much is needed.
Anti-Malaria Tablets... This is only a necessity if you will be traveling where malaria is present. There are types which require only one tablet taken monthly. Check around, do research on which is the best to get.
Potassium Permanganate... add to water and mix until water becomes bright pink to sterilize it, deeper pink to make an antiseptic and to a full red to treat fungal diseases such as athlete's foot. It can also be used in combination with glycerin to cause a chemical reaction and make a fire.
Surgical blades... At least 2 scalpel blades of different sizes. A handle can be made from wood when required. Now this is not usually a necessity, but if you have room, bring them.
Butterfly sutures.... Use to hold the edges of wounds together. works a lot like stitches but without the needle and thread.
Bandages.... Assorted sizes, preferably waterproof, for minor abrasions and keeping cuts clean. They can be cut and used as butterfly sutures.
Condom... A rather unlikely source, but very usable in a survival situation. Condoms believe it or not make a great water bag, holding up to 1 litre of water. It is easiest to fill from a source that has an abundance of water and a degree of water pressure, like a waterfall.
Showing posts with label Survival Gear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Survival Gear. Show all posts
Monday, March 25, 2013
Survival Kit Part 1
A few key items can make all the difference in the fight for survival.
Collect the things listed below. They can all be fitted into a small container, such as a 2oz tobacco tin, or an Altoids tin, or whatever small waterproof tin that you can find. Make a habit of always having this tin with you. Don't get something that is huge, or bigger than about wallet size, you wont find it convenient to carry with you and you could risk not carrying it with you and then on the occasion that you actually need it, you are screwed because it's just sitting at home on your night stand. And that would truly suck.
Experience has proved that each item earns its place, though some are more useful in some situations than in others. A good example of that would be Fish hooks, Of course you would need them If your in the forest with streams, lakes and creeks, but in the desert you are less likely to need this item. But there are lakes in the desert, so it is good to have that particular item in your tin. You never know.
Polish the inside lid of the tin to make a mirror like reflecting surface and seal it, to be waterproof, with a strip of adhesive tape, such as electrical tape or duct tape. I prefer duct tape because it doesn't loose it's adhesiveness. And it is much more easier to remove and replace it over and over again. Regularly check the contents of your tin, changing any which deteriorate, such as matches and medicine tablets. Mark all drug containers with use and dosage and a run out date when they should be replaced. Pack spare space in the tin with cotton wool, which will keep the contents from rattling and can be used for fire lighting.
Good things to carry In your tin are as follows
Matches... waterproof matches are useful but bulkier than ordinary non safety, strike anywhere matches, which can be made shower proof by dipping the heads into melted candle fat. To save space snap off half of each matchstick. It is much easier to use matches that to make fire by other methods but don't waste them, use only when improvised methods fail. Take them from the tin one at a time and replace the lid. Never leave the container open or lying on the ground, This can ruin all of your items in you tin (kit) and will later be the cause of your demise.
Candles... invaluable for starting a fire as well as a light source. Shave square fore packing. If made of tallow it is also fat to eat in an emergency or to use for frying, but be sure that it is tallow before eating, paraffin was and other candles are inedible. Tallow does not store well, so I recommend just sticking with regular candles, They provide light when you have no flash light, and can give you some comfort when out in the wild.
Flint... flints will work when wet and they will go on striking long after you run out of matches. Invest a flint, or magnesium bar. I see them everywhere, you can buy mag bars with the saw striker just about anywhere that sells camping goods, they only cost between $5-$10 bucks and last a good long time. You can get Flint or metal match at just about any camping store, Wal-Mart, or amazon. I carry the Gerber Flint and steal, the replacement steal is only $5 bucks, and you can use the back end of your knife to strike the flint. I got mine from the Gerber website, I have the Bear Grylls fire starter, but they have others as well. Amazon has a lot to choose from.
Magnifying glass... You can start a fire from direct sunlight using a magnifying glass, and it is very useful for splinters and strings.
Needles and Thread... Several needles, including at least one with a very large eye that can be threaded with sinew and coarse threads. choose strong thread and wrap it around the needles. They an be used for repairing or making clothes in an emergency. They can also be used for sewing up a bad cut, If a hospital is way out of reach, the only it may be the only thing that you have to keep yourself alive longer, and you have less risk of getting infection.
Fish hooks and line.... A selection of different hooks in a small tin or packet. Add a few split lead weights. Remember that a small hook will catch both large and small fish but a large hook will only catch big fish. Include as much line as possible, it will also be useful for catching birds or other small game. You can use fishing line to make snares, all though they will probably only be able to be used once, it can help you find your next meal.
Compass... A compass is a fantastic tool to carry with you, I find that carrying 2 is a good rule of thumb, that way if they are both pointing in the same direction than they cant be wrong. Many people that find there self in a survival situation often get scared, they don't trust their compass, they don't trust there sense of direction, and they have even been know to attack their rescuer out of fear. So be sure to learn how to use a compass, and always carry one. (2 if possible)
A good Knife... Always have a good knife with you, keep it in the glove compartment of your car or in the trunk. Be sure to look up any laws in your area to be sure you can carry the knife with you. Having a good knife can be the difference between life and death when in a survival situation. Everyone has their own preference when it comes to a survival knife, There are so many different ones out there to choose from and all have very fantastic strengths about them. I carry the Gerber Para cord knife that was inspired by Bear Grylls, It has many uses, you can watch my video about the knife here: I will be doing a series about this knife in the near future.
Machete.... Now, its great to have a good saw and a good machete, But why not have both? There are many different brands of Machetes and saws out there on todays market. But I recommend the Gerber Gator 2, This has an extremely sharp edge on one side and a saw on the other. at about 18'' in length, this guy really gets the job done, see the video below. It's always great to have tools that have multiple uses, and this Gerber Gator 2 has exactly what you need. Remember it is always best to carry tools that have more than 2 uses.
Cordage... Cordage is very important to have when going out into the wild. I recommend carrying a 100ft roll of 550 para cord. This is fantastic for making shelters, snares, fishing line, climbing down small cliffs with ease and safety. There are 100's of uses for para cord, and its pretty cheap, at around $9 bucks you can find it on Amazon, at your local surplus store, or online.
As we all know there are many different items that are very important when going into the wild, on a camping trip or in a survival situation. Check back often for more great things to consider taking when going on a trip. Thanks for reading as always, and check back frequently for more post.
Collect the things listed below. They can all be fitted into a small container, such as a 2oz tobacco tin, or an Altoids tin, or whatever small waterproof tin that you can find. Make a habit of always having this tin with you. Don't get something that is huge, or bigger than about wallet size, you wont find it convenient to carry with you and you could risk not carrying it with you and then on the occasion that you actually need it, you are screwed because it's just sitting at home on your night stand. And that would truly suck.
Experience has proved that each item earns its place, though some are more useful in some situations than in others. A good example of that would be Fish hooks, Of course you would need them If your in the forest with streams, lakes and creeks, but in the desert you are less likely to need this item. But there are lakes in the desert, so it is good to have that particular item in your tin. You never know.
Polish the inside lid of the tin to make a mirror like reflecting surface and seal it, to be waterproof, with a strip of adhesive tape, such as electrical tape or duct tape. I prefer duct tape because it doesn't loose it's adhesiveness. And it is much more easier to remove and replace it over and over again. Regularly check the contents of your tin, changing any which deteriorate, such as matches and medicine tablets. Mark all drug containers with use and dosage and a run out date when they should be replaced. Pack spare space in the tin with cotton wool, which will keep the contents from rattling and can be used for fire lighting.
Good things to carry In your tin are as follows
Matches... waterproof matches are useful but bulkier than ordinary non safety, strike anywhere matches, which can be made shower proof by dipping the heads into melted candle fat. To save space snap off half of each matchstick. It is much easier to use matches that to make fire by other methods but don't waste them, use only when improvised methods fail. Take them from the tin one at a time and replace the lid. Never leave the container open or lying on the ground, This can ruin all of your items in you tin (kit) and will later be the cause of your demise.
Candles... invaluable for starting a fire as well as a light source. Shave square fore packing. If made of tallow it is also fat to eat in an emergency or to use for frying, but be sure that it is tallow before eating, paraffin was and other candles are inedible. Tallow does not store well, so I recommend just sticking with regular candles, They provide light when you have no flash light, and can give you some comfort when out in the wild.
Flint... flints will work when wet and they will go on striking long after you run out of matches. Invest a flint, or magnesium bar. I see them everywhere, you can buy mag bars with the saw striker just about anywhere that sells camping goods, they only cost between $5-$10 bucks and last a good long time. You can get Flint or metal match at just about any camping store, Wal-Mart, or amazon. I carry the Gerber Flint and steal, the replacement steal is only $5 bucks, and you can use the back end of your knife to strike the flint. I got mine from the Gerber website, I have the Bear Grylls fire starter, but they have others as well. Amazon has a lot to choose from.
Magnifying glass... You can start a fire from direct sunlight using a magnifying glass, and it is very useful for splinters and strings.
Needles and Thread... Several needles, including at least one with a very large eye that can be threaded with sinew and coarse threads. choose strong thread and wrap it around the needles. They an be used for repairing or making clothes in an emergency. They can also be used for sewing up a bad cut, If a hospital is way out of reach, the only it may be the only thing that you have to keep yourself alive longer, and you have less risk of getting infection.
Fish hooks and line.... A selection of different hooks in a small tin or packet. Add a few split lead weights. Remember that a small hook will catch both large and small fish but a large hook will only catch big fish. Include as much line as possible, it will also be useful for catching birds or other small game. You can use fishing line to make snares, all though they will probably only be able to be used once, it can help you find your next meal.
Compass... A compass is a fantastic tool to carry with you, I find that carrying 2 is a good rule of thumb, that way if they are both pointing in the same direction than they cant be wrong. Many people that find there self in a survival situation often get scared, they don't trust their compass, they don't trust there sense of direction, and they have even been know to attack their rescuer out of fear. So be sure to learn how to use a compass, and always carry one. (2 if possible)
A good Knife... Always have a good knife with you, keep it in the glove compartment of your car or in the trunk. Be sure to look up any laws in your area to be sure you can carry the knife with you. Having a good knife can be the difference between life and death when in a survival situation. Everyone has their own preference when it comes to a survival knife, There are so many different ones out there to choose from and all have very fantastic strengths about them. I carry the Gerber Para cord knife that was inspired by Bear Grylls, It has many uses, you can watch my video about the knife here: I will be doing a series about this knife in the near future.
Machete.... Now, its great to have a good saw and a good machete, But why not have both? There are many different brands of Machetes and saws out there on todays market. But I recommend the Gerber Gator 2, This has an extremely sharp edge on one side and a saw on the other. at about 18'' in length, this guy really gets the job done, see the video below. It's always great to have tools that have multiple uses, and this Gerber Gator 2 has exactly what you need. Remember it is always best to carry tools that have more than 2 uses.
Cordage... Cordage is very important to have when going out into the wild. I recommend carrying a 100ft roll of 550 para cord. This is fantastic for making shelters, snares, fishing line, climbing down small cliffs with ease and safety. There are 100's of uses for para cord, and its pretty cheap, at around $9 bucks you can find it on Amazon, at your local surplus store, or online.
As we all know there are many different items that are very important when going into the wild, on a camping trip or in a survival situation. Check back often for more great things to consider taking when going on a trip. Thanks for reading as always, and check back frequently for more post.
The importance of a Radio during survival
You don't want to be suck in a survival situation without some kind of out side source to knowing what is going on in the world around you. This radio offers a weather band channel, and both am and FM channels. It requires No Batteries, it winds up and has a solar panel on the top to ensure that it will work while you are out.
It gives a person a good sense of well being if you can listen to some music to calm your nerves, or if you are in a situation to were you cant get home, You can listen to the weather band channel and determine what kind of shelter that you will need to build.
Although a radio is not a necessity, It is good to have one with you, and you cant go wrong carrying one of these. I bought both of mine through Amazon, but you can always look at your local surplus store or other websites to find one that fits your needs. I like amazon myself because of the free shipping, and the price was extremely reasonable. I only paid 25 bucks for both of these. So one would only cost you around $13 bucks. (unless you know where to get one cheaper) They hold up well extremely well and they are really nice to have if your power goes out or your are in any other emergency situation.
Thanks for reading.
Thursday, March 07, 2013
The Esbit Pocket stove
You can find this little stove at just about any army surplus store and online. It's really worth having this little stove to put in your Bug Out Bag or even in the trunk of your car in case of an emergency. The tablets are easy to find and cost less than $10 bucks.
In the video above you can see this Esbit stove in action, Although that was the first time that I have used this stove, I have found that it comes in handy during future use and is well worth the few bucks it cost to buy this little guy.
I highly recommend this stove for anyone that needs one for their bug out bag or for camping or emergency uses. Be prepared because you never know.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
How to Change the Paracord on the BEAR GRYLLS PARACORD KNIFE
Everyone has been looking for a quality video about how to change the paracord on the Bear Grylls Paracord Knife by Gerber...
Well here it is. Step by Step instuctions on how to change your paracord on the Bear Grylls Paracord knife. And Please Subscribe to my Channel by visiting http://www.youtube.com/user/ruffsurvival I will be doing a series of videos about How to make a Wikiup Shelter.So Stay tuned, and thanks for all your views, subscribtions and likes. Oh and I love those G+ too!!
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Saturday, February 09, 2013
Bear Grylls Paracord Knife Review
Bear Grylls Paracord Knife Review...
The Bear Grylls Paracord Knife is one of the most practical and unique survival knifes on the market. Made by Gerber, the knife comes extremely sharp straight out of the box. The knife is made so that you are able to wrap it around a stick and fashion it a spear in a survival situation. It comes with about 4 foot of orange 550 paracord and an extremely loud whistle. You can take the orange paracord off of the knife and replace it with any color you like, doing this I was able to put a little over 5 foot of paracord on the knife. And I also changed the lanyard around the whistle giving me another foot of cord which is ideal for a survival situation.A Good Knife is Essential for survival...
When in a survival situation, a good knife is essential, and it a bonus to have the paracord. With the Bear Grylls Paracord knife you can just about survive in any situation. Because the way the knife is made, you can unwrap the paracord on the knife and wrap it around a strong limb or stick to fashion yourself a very strong spear. Using it as a spear allows you to hunt for small animals, fish, and protect yourself against larger animals. Using it in this manner can keep you going a few extra days in the wild. And as any survival expert will tell you, sometimes its that extra day or two that you survived to get yourself rescued or self rescued.The Bear Grylls Paracord knife can also be used to cut small limbs out of a tree. When you use the knife in this way you would take a heavy object like a rock and hit the back of the knife with it giving it the force it needs to cut through small limbs and branches. This method is called pa toning. This knife is strong enough to handle the pressure of pa toning because of its high grade steel it is made from. The knife itself is one solid piece of steel, so it can with stand using it in the manner. This makes surviving a little easier when it comes to cutting down smaller limbs and branches, or small trees to make a shelter, raft or fire. And because it has the Paracord, you can use it to tie the wood together thus making your raft sturdier, or making your shelter sturdy as well.
The Paracord is just as important as the Knife...
When in a survival situation, having paracord can be lifesaving. There are hundreds of things that you can use the paracord on your Bear Grylls Paracord Knife for. 550 Paracord has 7 strands of thread inside the outer casing. Each one of these strands of thread can hold up to 50lbs of weight. So if you need to be able to climb down a rock surface and need a little bit of rope, the Paracord can really come in handy, giving you the extra security that is needed to get out of that particular situation.When you take the thread out of the Paracord you can use the small threads to make a fishing line, thus giving you a way to get the calories that are needed to survive an extra day or more if needed while waiting on rescue to find you or you to self rescue.
When in a survival situation it is very important to keep your moral up, you will be let down time and time again while trying to survive until you can be rescued, but if you keep your head held high and come up with any creative idea to use the items that you have around you to help you survive, then you will come out of the situation alive. And that is the most important part, doing all you can to keep your moral up and keeping yourself alive.
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