The contents of a medical kit have recently been actively debated on the Aussie seakayakforum.com

A minimalist kit has been advocated, comprising

- phone/VHF/EPIRB (whichever appropriate)
- multi-tool
- paracetamol/aspirin
- antiseptic
- gloves/condoms
- sutures/needle
- duct tape
- superglue
- and a toblerone or mars bar

May seem a bit minimalist, but the reasoning behind it makes "interesting" reading

Any thoughts from the North American community?