Our Club is dedicated to promoting safety and preparedness among its members. With the support of Jeff Melvin, we offer free first aid clinics that focus on outdoor safety and emergency response techniques tailored for canoe camping.
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Most importantly, if you are on any prescribed or scheduled medication, ensure you bring enough for the duration of the trip, along with a little extra in case of delays. Store your medication in a waterproof container to keep it safe.
• Storage: Pack all supplies in a waterproof first-aid container or dry bag.
• Training: Encourage club members to learn basic first-aid and CPR.
• Maintenance: Regularly check the kit for expired items or used supplies and replace as needed.
Please feel free to use the below-listed items as a checklist to prepare for your canoe camping trips.
| Category | Medication/Item | Medication/Item |
| General Medications | Ibuprofen or acetaminophen | Pain relief (headaches, muscle aches, minor injuries) |
| Diphenhydramine or loratadine | Allergies, insect bites, or stings | |
| Loperamide (Imodium) | Treat diarrhea | |
| Tums or ranitidine | Relief from heartburn or indigestion | |
| Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) | Prevent motion sickness | |
| Wound Care | Waterproof bandages (varied sizes) | Protect wounds in wet conditions |
| Antiseptic wipes or solution | Clean wounds and prevent infection | |
| Antibiotic ointment | Apply to cuts or scrapes to prevent infection | |
| Sterile gauze pads and medical tape | Cover and secure larger wounds | |
| Tweezers | Remove splinters, debris, or ticks | |
| Scissors (small, sharp) | Cut bandages, gauze, or tape | |
| Disposable gloves (nitrile or latex) | Maintain hygiene while treating wounds | |
| Sterile eye wash or saline solution | Flush out debris from eyes | |
| Specialized Medications | Personal prescription medications | For specific medical conditions |
| EpiPen | Emergency treatment for severe allergies | |
| Oral rehydration salts | Address dehydration and electrolyte imbalance | |
| Cold/flu medications | Treat symptoms like congestion or cough | |
| Other Essentials | Aloe vera gel or hydrocortisone cream | Relieve sunburn or skin irritation |
| Insect repellent | Prevent insect bites | |
| Bite-relief cream or antihistamines | Reduce itching and swelling from bites | |
| Moleskin or blister pads | Protect and treat blisters | |
| Sunscreen (water-resistant) | Protect skin from UV rays | |
| Emergency Supplies | Pain-relief gel (e.g., Voltaren) | Relieve muscle or joint pain |
| Anti-nausea tablets | Reduce nausea | |
| CPR mask or face shield | Provide safe rescue breathing | |
| Emergency thermal blanket | Retain body heat in case of hypothermia | |
| First-aid manual or guide | Quick reference for medical emergencies |