Just as you have the right to carry a gun for protection, It’s important to be prepared for any everyday situation. When you carry a handgun you take on the responsibility to provide safety for
yourself and those around you. You should continue to train with your firearm as well as training insituational awareness, avoiding conflict when you can and effectively dealing with threats that
can’t be avoided.
Use some common sense when carrying. Wear concealing clothing that doesn’t imprint your
gun. There’s a variety of holsters to fit the bill and it’s a good idea to own an assortment. While
an OWB rig is ideal for the shooting range, a hybrid IWB may better suit your needs in an urban
setting.
An alternate carry method is a crossbody sling bag or waist pack, one that allows concealed
carry with easy access as well as the ability to keep your EDC essentials in one convenient place.
It can act as a day bag that might include your phone, knife, multi-tool, flashlight, and disposable
lighter.
A complete EDC should include First-Aid gear that you can customize with basic items such
as bandages and iodine wipes or specific items for dog First-Aid in case Fido steps where he
shouldn’t. These items can be incorporated into a larger bag or as a stand-alone kit.
Having been trained in First-Aid I choose to carry a Trauma Kit. It stays in my truck while
I’m driving and I carry it out in the field. It’s a more advanced kit and contains a C.A.T.
tourniquet to effectively control wound hemorrhaging , QuikClot hemostatic gauze dressing, an
emergency bandage (or Israeli bandage), as well as basic First-Aid supplies for minor injuries or
cuts and scrapes. I stay up to date on developments in First-Aid the same way as I train with
firearms.
Whether driving, hiking, cycling, or camping, I hope for the best and prepare for the
worst…shouldn’t you ?