Kit You Will Need For Your Log Cabin

As Australians look for a way to escape from it all, buying a log cabin in the Outback is becoming an increasingly popular choice. Spending time in the wilderness is a great way to unwind and to escape from the chaos of the modern world. However, it is essential that you are properly equipped. Below is a guide to 3 pieces of kit you will need.

A First Aid Kit

Accidents will happen, and if they happen when you are miles from the nearest town, you will need to be able to look after yourself. A first aid kit should contain everything you need to deal with injuries from small cuts to burns or broken bones. You should also consider attending a first aid course so you can learn how to treat different types of injuries. You should make sure that your first aid kit contains the following items:

  • Bandages
  • Anti-septic Cream
  • Band-aids
  • Burn Bags
  • Cotton Wool
  • Sterile Dressings
  • Scissors
  • Tweezers
  • Painkillers

A Fire Extinguisher

When spending an evening in the Outback, you may wish to light a campfire. If you plan to do this, you should ensure that you have a fire extinguisher with you. The threat of bushfires is a very real one in Australia, especially after a very dry winter followed by a warm spring. Before you light a campfire, you should check that there are no local laws against doing so. Even if you are legally lighting a fire, you are responsible for keeping it under control. Having a fire extinguisher nearby will allow you to quickly put out the fire if it spreads to the surrounding bush. You should ensure that the fire extinguisher is adequately pressured and in good working order by having it serviced on a regular basis.

A Bug Fighting Kit

Unfortunately, there's a wide range of creepy crawlies in the Outback which could make your stay uncomfortable. For example, during the warmer months, some parts of the Outback have a lot of flies and mosquitoes which will make the interior of your cabin very uncomfortable. To prevent the entry of mosquitoes and flies, you should fit all doors and windows with a screen so they can be opened for ventilation without bugs being able to enter. You should also pack a bug fighting kit which should contain DDT spray to keep away insects and antihistamines to treat any reaction to bug bites.


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