First aid is self-explanatory. Although it is impossible to put any meaningful first aid items in the tin, they can help boost morale and increase comfort.

But always remember, we are talking full on survival here, meaning keeping yourself alive using only the tools in a small tin. If you agree, disagree, have questions, or have other equipment you would add to a ‘bushcraft survival kit’, let me and other readers know in the comments section. Related Articles on Paul Kirtley’s Blog: As described in ‘ Essential Wilderness Equipment‘ a small first aid kit capable of dealing with cuts and other minor injuries is prudent.

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Add a small plastic bag and you can then collect water and add your purification tablet for safe drinking water. P – Protection from (further) harm and the elements. (you’ll last 3 hours max, worse case scenario, without it)

Personalised Wooden Keyring - Never forget the difference you make - Thank you - Engrave - Wood burner - Pyrography- Key chains - Self care In the north (I’m from Canada) we never go anywhere without some kind of pot. It’s hard to get drinking water at -40C without one. just one point re the fishing gear, I would swap out the mono for braid, use 60lb and its as thin and can be used for binding, whipping and repairs, the safety pins in your med kit can be whipped onto a fishing pole as eyelets, if you have a small amout of light nylon you can use this with flies that could replace some of your jiggers and jelly worms, flies like “buzzers” can be used alone or baited.easyazon_image align=”none” height=”107″ identifier=”B00IUQ24GE” locale=”UK” src=”https://ukpreppersguide.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/51VWd3Ufz2L.SL160.jpg” tag=”blogsurvivaltin-21″ width=”160″] The kit provides an increased chance of survival in these three situations by providing three main functions: A Dressing Pad and Surgical Tape are provided to deal with reasonably large wounds, not like plasters that can only cover small cuts.

The reason for this is manifold. For one, the flint and striker are unlikely to fail that matches may. Even waterproof matches are still dependent on the integrity of their shaft. Just because the match may light in wet weather does not mean that the wood will not break off when striking it. There is a Collins Gem version of Lofty Wiseman’s SAS Survival Handbook available. It’s not waterproof but you could easily put it inside an Aloksak to keep it dry. Another consideration is what the weather is likely to be at the far end of your trip? If I’m flying to a cold destination, for example, I always make sure I have a warm coat, gloves and hat in my hand luggage, even if I don’t need them where I’m departing from. Then if my hold luggage is mislaid, I’m OK. Adding a substantial dressing allows you do deal with more serious injuries. Military dressings are highly absorbent and come in a waterproof wrapper. Forgot to mention I also use circle type hooks they’ve proven themselves harder for the fish to jump the hook than standard long shank hooks.Finally, we must touch on how to deal with an injury. As you can’t stuff an ambulance in with you, here are a couple of items for you to consider: In mosquito-infested regions, a head-net is essential if you are not to be driven to distraction. A head-net has several other uses including fishing and melting snow for drinking water. Many head-nets are impregnated with insect repellent, which can be harmful if consumed (by humans as well as insects). For generating drinking water from snow you should use a net that is untreated. Thanks for your comments and I’m glad you found me (and the resources here). Please do say hi at the GBS. I look forward to speaking to you there. Thanks for your comment and for the link regarding Cryptosporidium. I should update this article at some stage, with new photos too.