Simple First Aid Checklist for The First-Time Backpacker

Doing any kind of long-distance hiking for the first time can be daunting and it is easy to either over-pack or under-pack. Here are a few things that are handy to have in a first aid kit (I actually used every single item on this list).

1. Goldbond (it’s basically medicated baby powder cuz #chafing #trailstank)

2. Athletic tape

3. Moleskin #blisters

4. Coban, gauze

5. Combat wipes (this isn’t a necessity, but it will be the best thing since modern plumbing when you’re on the trail)

6. Fingernail clipper

7. Tweezer

8. Neosporin

9. Hand sanitizer

10. Vitamin I (ibuprofen)