The Best 5 Caravan and Camping First-aid Kits

A first-aid kit is one of the few important or must-have items you should pack on a caravan or camping trip. It should contain resources to treat minor wounds or pains and prevent them from becoming serious.

First-aid kits can be bought premade, or you can list what you need and make your own. In this article, we’ll highlight information about premade and build-your-own kits and will list the best caravan and camping first-aid kits that are out on the market today.

 

Premade First-aid Kits

Premade first-aid kits can save you time and money from buying individual supplies to assemble a kit. Choosing a premade kit can also be a way to make sure you don’t forget any item. However, some pre-made kits may not contain some of the supplies you need.

 

Build-your-own Kits

When building your own kit, you must list what you need for your trip and buy or gather the supplies to fill your kit. Although building your own kit may be time-consuming and a bit more expensive than buying a premade one, you can buy the specific items you need.

 

Things to Consider When Choosing a First-aid Kit

If you’re not sure what kind of first-aid kit to get, here are some things to consider to help you determine whether a pre-made kit or a build-your-own kit will suit your needs.

• Size
  

  When choosing a premade first-aid kit, you should first determine the number of people the kit will supply. First-aid kits for big groups will consist of more supplies and medical tools.

• Length & Distance
  

  You also have to estimate how long your caravan or camping trip will be. Some first-aid kits include the number of days in the description.

• Activity
  

  You can find premade first-aid kits based on your activity. There are waterproof pouches suited for watersports, lighter kits for running, and bigger first-aid kits for caravan or camping trips.

• Comprehensive Kits
  

  If you have medical training or a member of your group has medical knowledge, you can choose a kit with advanced supplies and tools.

• Risks
  

  Whether you choose to buy a premade kit or build your own, you have to consider any risks or dangers that may arise during your trip. For example, pack a poison ivy treatment if you are headed somewhere where you may come across poison ivy.

• Special Needs
  

  If you need prescription medicine, you should also add that to your first-aid kit, especially when heading outdoors. If you are with a group, determine if everyone is aware of these special supplies.

• Number of Kits
  

  You should always pack your personal first-aid kit, even if someone in your group already packed a big one. That is so you can treat personal injuries if the person carrying the big kit is not around.

• Multiple Kits
  

  Have kits ready for each activity. Do not use the same first-aid kit for cycling, backpacking, and day hiking as one of these kits may not have the supplies needed for another activity.

 

Sometimes, unfortunate accidents happen while you’re enjoying outdoor activities. Here are 10 potential dangers and injuries that can happen while camping that you should be familiar with so that you will know how to prevent, treat, and handle them when you encounter them in the wilderness. 

 

The Basics

Whether you’re choosing to go with a pre-made kit or you’re building your own, any kind of first-aid kit should have the following basic supplies:

• Basic Tools

1. 1. Blunt tip scissors
   2. Razor blade or knife
   3. Tweezers
   4. Small mirror

• Bandages

1. 1. Gauze
   2. Athletic tape
   3. Assorted adhesive bandages
   4. Blister treatments (i.e., moleskin)

• Meds, Ointments, Lotions/Creams

1. 1. Antibiotic ointments
   2. Antacid tablets
   3. Ibuprofen
   4. Rehydration salts
   5. Prescription medicines
   6. Antidiarrheal pills

• Miscellaneous

1. 1. Burn dressing
   2. Splints and elastic wraps
   3. Tick remover
   4. Antiseptic towelettes
   5. Bee-sting kit

 

Caravan & Camping First-aid Kits

During a caravan and camping trip, you need a first-aid kit whose supplies can treat severe cuts, fractures, snake bites, and burns. You must also have quick access to high-priority items. Here is a list of items you need to gather for a caravan and camping first-aid kit:

1. Heavy-duty crepe bandages
   You should at least have two 5 cm, 10 cm, and 15 cm bandages.
2. Snake bite bandage with compression indicator
3. Commercial Application Tourniquet (CAT)
4. Sterile water
5. Face shield
6. Trauma shears
7. Gloves
8. Chest seals
9. Haemostatic dressings
10. Splinter probes
11. Sunburn cream
12. Super glue
13. Stingose
14. Thermal blanket
15. Triangular bandages
16. Tweezers
17. Antihistamines (kids & adults)
18. Anti-inflammatories
19. Anti-fungal cream or powder
20. Bandaids (different shapes and sizes)
21. Betadine
22. Burn cream
23. Cling wrap
24. Crepe bandages
25. Gastro-Stop
26. Hydrolite
27. Instant cold packs
28. Instant heat packs
29. Lozenges (Anitcol & soothers)
30. Micropore tape
31. Notebook and Pen
32. Opsite wound dressing
33. Pain relief medications (kids & adults)
34. Rigid strapping tape
35. SAM splint
36. Scissors

 

Pet First-aid Kits

If you are traveling with your beloved pet, here are the essentials you should add to your pet’s first-aid kit:

1. Medical records, vaccination records, paperwork
2. Antibiotic ointment
3. Hydrogen peroxide
4. Gauze
5. Scissors
6. Tape
7. Rubber gloves
8. Towel or blanket
9. Medications
10. Bottled water
11. Food and treats
12. Collapsible food & water bowls
13. Extra leash and collar
14. Poop bags

 

Best Caravan and Camping First-Aid Kits

If you’re planning on getting a pre-made first-aid kit for your next camping trip, these are the kits that we recommend that you check out:

1. Adventure Medical Mountain Series Explorer Medical Kit

This first-aid kit suits 1 to 4 people going on a 1-to-7-day trip. It contains supplies to treat pains, wounds, or injuries on extended caravan and camping trips. The kit includes hospital-quality supplies and various medications to treat allergies and pains. The supplies come in a water-resistant medical bag with semi-transparent and clearly labeled pockets featuring the Easy Care organization system.

What we like about the Adventure Medical Kit Mountain Series Explorer is that its content are well-organized, it comes with an excellent first-aid book, and it is designed for trips up to a week long. However, it may be a bit bulky.

Kit’s Content:

• 5 – Easy Access Bandages, 1″ x 3″ Fabric
• 5 – Easy Access Bandages, Knuckle Fabric
• 6 – Antiseptic Wipe
• 2 – Triple Antibiotic Ointment
• 4 – Alcohol Swab
• 1 – Tincture of Benzoin
• 1 – Wilderness & Travel Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide
• 3 – Single Use Thermometer
• 1 – CPR Face Shield
• 1 – EMT Shears, 4″
• 1 – Duct Tape, 2″ x 2.5 yd.
• 1 – Splinter Picker/Tick Remover Forceps
• 3 – Safety Pin
• 1 – Patient Assessment Form
• 1 – Pencil
• 1 – Register Your Kit Card
• 3 – After Bite Sting & Bite Relief Wipe
• 2 – Diamode (Loperamide HCI 2 mg.)
• 6 – Aspirin (325 mg.)
• 3 – Antihistamine (Diphenhydramine 25 mg.)
• 8 – Ibuprofen (200 mg.)
• 8 – Acetaminophen (500 mg.)
• 1 – 5” x 9” Trauma Pad
• 4 – Nitrile Glove
• 1 – Triangular Bandage
• 1 – Wound Irrigation Tool, 20cc. with 18 Gauge Tip
• 10 – 1/4″ x 4″ Wound Closure Strip
• 4 – 4″ x 4″ Sterile Gauze Dressing
• 4 – 2″ x 2″ Sterile Gauze Dressing
• 2 – 3″ x 4″ Sterile Non-Adherent Dressing
• 1 – 3″ Elastic Bandage with Hook & Loop Closure
• 2 – Conforming Gauze Bandage, 3″
• 1 – Tape, 1″ x 10 yd.
• 14 – Moleskin, Pre-Cut & Shaped Pieces
• 2 – Cotton Tip Applicator

2. Swiss Safe 120 Piece

This kit has enough reasonable quality medical supplies to serve bigger groups. It is also versatile enough for a wide range of applications. It comes in a heavy nylon case and the content is packed fairly tightly to keep it from getting damaged.

What we like about the Swiss Safe 120-Piece is that it is designed for caravanning, car camping trips, and for home. You can also bring this kit on a backpacking trip. However, you need to go through the items and remove what you do not need to lessen its weight and bulk.

Kit’s Content:

• 10 – alcohol prep pads
• 30 – medium bandages
• 10 – mini finger bandages
• 20 – cotton tips
• 4 – knuckle bandages
• 4 – fingertip bandages
• 4 – butterfly adhesive bandages
• 5 – sterile gauze pads
• 6 – antiseptic cleansing wipes
• 4 – sting relief pads
• 2 – disposable PVC gloves
• 1 – disposable instant ice pack
• 1–  first-aid tape
• 1 – large trauma pad
• 1 – compass
• 1 – Moleskin blister relief
• 1 – triangular bandage
• 1 – emergency mylar blanket
• 1 – whistle
• 1 – 15-cm metal scissors
• 1 – elastic bandage
• 1 – CPR mask
• 1 – metal tweezers
• 1 – sewing kit
• 6 – safety pins
• 1 – glow stick (6 hours)
• 1 – pocket-size first-aid pouch (includes 10 medium bandages, 10 cotton tips, 1 first-aid tape, 1 non-woven pad, 1 sterile gauze pad, 2 alcohol prep pads, 4 safety pins, 2 sting relief pads, 1 CPR mask)

3. Surviveware Small First-aid Kit

This first-aid kit is a very durable, high-quality, and useful option for individuals and small groups. It features a well-organized case with quality content that can be used in a wide range of applications.

What we like about the Surviveware Small first-aid kit is that it is one of the most rugged kits out on the market, and it has enough supplies for a group heading on short or long trips outdoors. The kit contains good supplies in reasonable quantities, which are well-organized and labeled.

Kit’s content:

• 1 – 6-inch shears
• 1 – 600D polyester bag
• 3 – alcohol wipes
• 4 – antiseptic wipes
• adhesive bandages (5 butterfly closures, 5 butterfly, 5 H-shape, 2 large, 20 standard, 5 mini, 5 square-shaped)
• 3 – cotton gauze swabs
• 10 – cotton swabs
• 1 – CPR pouch with instructions
• 1 – CPR breathing mask
• 1 – crepe bandage
• 1 – emergency blanket
• 2 – eye pads
• 1 – hypoallergenic tape
• 1 – nitrile gloves
• 1 – personal medicine laminate bag
• 5 – personal medicine mini-bags
• 1 – PBT conforming bandage
• 4 – safety pins
• 2 – splinter probes
• 3 – strip wound closures
• 3 – sting relief wipes
• 1 – first-aid guide
• 1 – triangular bandage
• 1 – tweezers
• 1 – whistle

4. Be Smart Get Prepared 100-Piece

This kit contains 100 pieces of quality first-aid products suitable for 10 people going on a multi-day trip. It can also be used at home or at the office. The kit comes in a rugged and sturdy hard plastic case that can withstand constant traveling and features fully organized interior compartments.

The Be Smart Get Prepared first-aid kit also comes in 201 piece, 250 piece, and 326 piece versions, which are all suitable for groups of up to 100 people.

What we like about the 100-piece kit is that it carries enough supplies and is durable enough to take on caravan and camping trips.

Kit’s content:

• 12 – alcohol prep pads
• 12 – antiseptic towelettes
• 6 – ointment packets
• 6 – burn cream packets
• 1 – instant cold pack (5 inch x 6 inch)
• 16 – adhesive bandages (1 inch x 3 inch)
• 25 – adhesive bandages (3/4 inch x 3 inch)
• 2 – non-adherent pad (2 inch x 3 inch)
• 1 – paper tape roll (1/2 inch x 5 yard)
• 1 – triangular bandage (40 inch x 40 inch x 56 inch)
• 4 – sterile gauze pads (2 inch x 2 inch)
• 4 – sterile gauze pads (3 inch x 3 inch)
• 4 – sterile gauze pads (4 inch x 4 inch)
• 1 – sterile trauma pad (5 inch x 9 inch)
• 1 – first aid instruction guide
• 4 – examination gloves

5. My Medic MyFak First-aid Kit

This first-aid kit is suitable for caravan, camping, and multi-day backpacking trips. It comes in two versions: the basic and the advanced one. The advanced kit is for anyone with medical training who knows how to deal with heavy bleeding and equipment for breathing assistance. Meanwhile, the basic version contains quality first-aid products to treat a wide range of injuries, from stings and minor cuts to sprains and serious wounds.

The kit comes in a tri-folding case with multiple compartments to keep the supplies organized. It is made with 600 Denier ballistic nylon and features a heavy-duty handle. It also has buttoned straps at the back and Velcro straps at the front to allow you to attach any extra essentials.

Kit’s content:

• 2 – Liquid Skin-5 gram
• 1 – Dyna Stopper Bandage-9″x5.5″
• 1 – Gauze Roll-3″x12.3′
• 4 – Gauze Pad-2″x2″
• 4 – Gauze Pad-4″x4″
• 3 – Secure Strips-0.25″x3″
• Curad Performance Series Antibacterial
• 2 – Bandage-2″x4″
• 2 – Knuckle Bandage-1.5″x3″
• 2 – Fingertip Bandage-1.75″x2″
• 2 – Knee/Elbow Bandage-3″x3″
• 4 – Bandages-1″x3.25″
• 2 – Burn Jel
• 1 – CPR Shield
• 1 – Acti-Splint-Finger
• 1 – Triangular Bandage-Woven
• 1 – Elastic Bandage-Velcro-2″x5′
• 1 – Vaseline
• 2 – Sunscreen
• 2 – Lip Guard-Chapstick
• 2 – BZK Wipes-Antiseptic
• 2 – Alcohol Prep Pads-Large
• 2 – Medicaine-Sting+Bite
• 2 – Oral Pain Relief-Generic Orajel
• 2 – P.A.W.S.-Hand Sanitizing Wipes
• 2 – Triple Antibiotic-Generic Neosporin
• 2 – Hydrocortisone Cream-Skin Irritations+Allergies
• 2 – SALJET Bullet-30ml-Sterile Saline Topical Solution
• 2 – Tylenol Extra Strength-Headache+Fever+Pain-500mg x2
• 1 – Benadryl-Allergies-25mg x2
• 2 – Pepto-Bismol-Upset Stomach-Antacid
• 3 – Advil-Pain+Fever+Inflammation-200mg x2
• 1 – Survival Rescue Blanket
• 1 – Rescue Whistle
• 1 – Pen Light
• 1 – Thermometer-Digital
• 1 – EMT Shears-7.25″
• 2 – Moleskin-Blister Protection
• 2 – Nitrile Gloves-Large-Black
• 1 – Tweezers-Stainless+Non-Magnetic
• 1 – Waterproof Tape-1″x2.5yds
• 1 – MyFAK bag

 

Conclusion

First-aid kits are necessary for any kind of trip. They can save you, your friends, and your family, especially when heading outdoors. Whether you prefer a pre-made kit or a build-your-own one, a first-aid kit should always be one of the first items that you pack for your trip.

Caravan and camping trips are a whole lot of fun, but you also have to be prepared in case something unfortunate happens. Therefore, you should have a first-aid kit or two in your caravan to be able to tend to any wounds and injuries during your trip. Also, make sure you know what wild animals and plants are present at your camping location to determine what to include in your first-aid kit.

Whether you are an experienced outdoor enthusiast or an occasional camper, you should always be prepared when heading into the wilderness. Although a first-aid kit is something you may not need on some adventures, it is still necessary in case of an emergency. Whether you buy a premade kit or build your own, make sure you have everything you need for the activities that you plan on doing.