Category: First Aid
Could You Survive?
Much has been said and written on the subject of survival skills. From my first experience, as a teenager, participating in a 10-day survival camp I have been intrigued by the necessary skills needed to make the transition from hiking or camping to surviving. Unlike ancient days when surviving meant existing without use of any…
Hypothermia Prevention, Signs, and Treatment
Winter weather brings fun, adventure and risks. We should approach each activity with an attitude of safety and fun, in that order. With a little preplanning you can prevent trouble on your next cold weather adventure. What is hypothermia? It is simply the loss of body heat through exposure to elements colder than your body….
What’s In Your First-Aid Kit?
As we’ve been working on content for OSME.tv (Outdoor Skills Made Easy) many people suggested we put together a list of what a proper first-aid kit should contain. We suggest building your own first aid kit which is easy and fun and will give you confidence when you go because you are very familiar with…