A first aid kit isn’t a fun piece of gear to buy, like a new backpack or jacket. It’s a necessity, like toilet paper or stove fuel, and yet, many adventurers head off into the wilderness without them.

The NHS recommends you have “a well-stocked first aid kit in your home so you can deal with minor accidents and injuries”. They also suggest keeping one in the car for emergencies. Whether out and ...

Todd Weimer, the founder of outdoor brand VSSL, grew up going on self-supported adventures in the woods of British Columbia. One day, when Weimer was holding a flashlight, he realized: the handle ...

As we approach the summer, many people are planning for or preparing to take vacations. Whether traveling by car, train, plane or boat, unexpected accidents can happen, especially if you have children ...