Journey to Preparedness: The Evolution of My Everyday Carry
The Art of Preparedness: Decoding My Everyday Carry There's something quietly comforting about having the right tool at the right moment - a testament to preparedness and anticipation of life's unexpected twists. My journey into the world of Everyday Carry, or EDC, began over 25 years ago. From my early days as a teen on a search and rescue team in Colorado to my time as an Emergency Medical Technician and later, a law enforcement officer, my EDC has been a constant companion. As a living entity, it has evolved and adapted to my shifting roles and environments. Tracing the Roots Every hero has an origin story. For me, it was the wilderness of Colorado and the austere, yet rewarding life of an EMT. My uniform for the wild included 90s fashion's most utilitarian accessory: the fanny pack. Inside this humble pack nestled a collection of essentials that I had, over time, identified as crucial. Bandages, gauze, medical tape, and scissors comprised my mini first-aid kit, always a...