Eco-Emergencyand First-Aid Guide

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There are only 3 things we think you need in case of emergency (or even just for a little boo-boo).

A way to call for help, confidence by way of knowledge and having the right stuff...right?

The second item to have on hand (or in head) is knowledge.

Take a course, have a book or booklet on hand, create a

checklist for your home and family, because sometimes it’s

hard to remember what to do under pressure.

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The most important thing to

have in close contact is just

that: contact. Always carry a

cell phone in case of

emergency.

2

Contact Help

Knowledge

1

You know there are many things you should have on

hand just in case, but are your emergency essentials also

eco-intelligent? We hope the suggestions on the next

page help you out, but most importantly - think smart

+ be safe!

3 Have the Right Stuff

The following products are not just good to have in case of

an emergency, but also for smart, healthy living everyday.

We believe in prevention, not just eco-reactions.

STAY SAFE!

Coconut Water

If you find yourself without tap

water, you still need to drink!

Coconut water is nature's best

electrolyte, and has more

potassium than a banana, low

acidity, no fat, no sugar added and

no cholesterol. It hydrates better

and faster than water. Plus, no

one should ever buy or drink evil

plastic bottled water!

Cocowww.purebodybeverages.com

Bottles and Jars

If you find yourself with an

emergency warning, you can

either rush out to buy evil bottled

water, or you can fill your own

mason jars, bottles and containers

that you've saved from your

kitchen with tap water! It's

healthier for you, for us all, and

saves a trip to the store to spend

your hard earned dollars, too!

Slom Glass Bottlewww.ikea.com

Alternative Energy

Use a multi-functional, solar

charged, crank powered device

that you can always count on. No

batteries required. We need light,

sound and most certainly our

smartphones, so purchasing a

quality flashlight/radio/charger

that requires your energy and not

an outlet.

Eton www.etoncorp.com

Polar Fleece Blankets

Polar fleece blankets can

commonly be found using recycled

material (make good use of those

evil water bottles?) They are also

lightweight, and water repellent,

so they are easy to travel with and

are great for any physical activity.

Find them

Polar Fleece Blanketwww.mec.cawww.rei.comwww.etsy.com

Emergency Candle

Don’t get stuck with standard

paraffin, lead-wicked candles that

emit black soot and fumes

(because breathing that in may

cause a different kind of

emergency!). Would you believe

that this safe, chem-free, 100%

pure beeswax candle can warm

water + food, plus give you

warmth + light? That’s

comforting. (Just make sure you

have matches!)

Pure Beeswax Candleswww.purebeeswaxcandles.com

Bandages

Imagine a bandage that is free of

icky PVC, and still sticks! Plus all

of their packaging is made from

recycled and/or biodegradable

materials.

All Terrain Companywww.allterrainco.com

Healing Ointments

Go to your local health store or

see a naturopath and they will be

thrilled to help you put together

your kit. For itch relief , we love

Apis, for pain relief we use Arnica,

to soothe and treat burns and

wounds our choice is Aloe Vera,

and we rely on Thera Wise

ointments for so much. Explore

alternatives - this stuff really

works!

Visit a naturopath or your local Health Food Store

www.therawise.com

Stay Full

Canned foods are typically

something to stay away from for

number of reasons, but have on

hand because it’s ready to eat!

Most cans are lined with BPA (even

the govt has declared that as

dangerous!) so choose Eden who

uses BPA-free linings and certified

organic ingredients.

Eden Foods

www.edenfoods.com

I am prepared for the worst,but hope for the best.

Benjamin Disraeli

www.lisabordenworks.com