A first aid kit is one of the essential items you should always take on a hike, and it is especially important on an overnight or backcountry trip. Some of the stuff inside your kit, you will use fairly regularly and should be replaced often, while others are rarely used but may be critical in an emergency. Here we will discuss some additional items you will want to supplement or include in your first aid kit!

…As you’re packing we know it can be tempting to think what if I need this. Chances are if you’re questioning it, you probably won’t. Below is a list of five basic necessities to check your items against the next time you’re preparing for a hiking trip.