Outdoor emergency gear: Lifeline first-aid kit in a bottle Posted on 8 April 2011 Essentials for your adventure kit The Lifeline first-aid in a bottle kit is ideal for hikers and comes in a waterproof and durable one-litre water bottle with a karabiner to clip onto a backpack. The pack contains staple first-aid tools such as bandages and gauze, but also has handy extras like sting relief pads, antiseptic towellettes and an emergency whistle. Available from Cape Union Mart Tel 021-464-5800 Web www.capeunionmart.co.za A note on first-aid kits First-aid kits do come in various shapes and sizes but essentially carry the same items. The quantities of each determine the ideal use for the kit, whether for hiking, vehicle or domestic use. All first-aid items are available from most pharmacies and can be added if necessary. Many of the contents will also have a shelf life and replacement of expired or used contents will need to be frequently monitored. Some brands also supply refill packs. Related Posts Trialed and tested: our top camping chairs 3 August 2022 Nothing ruins sundowners or fireside chats like the lack of a camping chair. We scoured... read more Now this is the (van) life – nomads who live on the road 19 August 2021 Can anything quite compare to the freedom of having all your needs behind you and... read more Hiking gear that won’t break the bank 7 April 2021 It’s no secret that expensive hiking gear usually means lower weight, higher quality and a... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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