Teton Snow Geek

Snowpack Observations from the Resident Geek, JACOB URBAN, and the JHOLI Staff

Teton Snow Geek

Snowpack Observations from the Resident Geek, JACOB URBAN, and the JHOLI Staff

Teton Snow Geek

Snowpack Observations from the Resident Geek, JACOB URBAN, and the JHOLI Staff

A Lightweight Approach to Risk Management in the Backcountry

Sep 2, 2017

A Lightweight Approach to Risk Management in the Backcountry

1st Aid – Communications – Bivouac

Scene Size-Up / Communications

4 pairs of nitrile gloves

2 VioNex Antiseptic Towelette

1 InReach Satellite Communicator

 

Airway Management

1 Full Size CPR Mask

4 Adult sizes of OPA’s

1 NPA

 

Bleeding Control, Splinting and Bandaging Material

1 ABD Pad

1 Feminine Napkin

1 4”x4.1 yds. Conforming Stretch Roller Gauze

1 2” x 4 yd. Ace Bandage

1 3” x 2.2 yds. Sensi-Wrap

1 Quart Zip Lock Bag

 

Circulation, Shock Management, Shelter & Patient Packaging

4 x 81 mg. Children’s Chewable Aspirin

3 pairs of Hand Warmers

1 8’ x 10’ Ultra Light Guide Tarp

 

Additional Supplies

Whistle

Flint-Spark

Tinder Quick Fire Starter

Newspaper

Space Blanket

Safety Pin

2 Gu Packets

8 Ibuprofen

 

Additional Items I carry on every trip:

1 Pair of Collapsible Ski Poles

Headlamp

Steri-Pen

4 Ski Straps

Cell Phone

Phone Charger