Sarah C. Corriher – We have been asked numerous times to create a list of natural, effective first aid items for campers, survivalists, and militia organizations. These are our recommendations for those in a survival scenario. Many of them could be utilized on a simple camping trip, but this is aimed at longer-term situations in which other medical help may not be available.

Bentonite Clay – Following exposure to snake bites, activated charcoal will only be useful for the first four hours. Following that, bentonite clay should be applied directly to the wound site, because it has a remarkable ability to draw out toxins. The Internet is riddled with people who have testified to having had amazing results with bentonite clay following snake and spider bites, but of course, results will vary with each case. Buy it now, because it is cheap, but it can be difficult to obtain. Continue reading →