Bandana Uses Part 1 of 2

Here is part 1 of a list of bandana uses I put together a while back. I listed everything I knew of then looked for more from there. Sources in part 2.

There are what seems like countless ways to use a bandana. This list is extensive and all uses are not for survival or emergencies, but even the random uses (such as a dog toy or baby bib) could be helpful when you need to improvise. List is in no particular order.

Medical/First Aid :

Tourniquet

Pressure Dressing

Sling

Bandage

Ice Pack

Wet and wear for Hot Weather/Cold Compress

Splint Binding

To hold poultice in place [4]

“Chafe” protector [4]

Camping / Backpacking / Bug Out :

Bind a stone and toss a line over a limb

Item Padding (wrap around sensitive items-glass)

Noise Reduction - Wrap up noise-making items in your bag to prevent them from making noise — that’s good OpSec (Operations Security) whether you’re in a SHTF situation or just enjoying a nature hike and don’t want to disturb the animals much. [1]

Mark a Trail - Trail Marker - rip into smaller strips for more

Area Marker - rip into smaller strips

Tent Gear Loft — Hang a tactical flashlight from your tent ceiling, or tie all four corners of your bandana across the tent peak to create a “gear hammock” for small items. [1]

Char Pad

Fire Tinder

Weight (Fill with rocks/dirt) for rope when toss items over branches (packs, food bags)

To pad a tumpline (A tumpline is a strap attached at both ends to a backpack or other luggage and used to carry the object by placing the strap over the top of the head. This utilizes the spine rather than the shoulders as standard backpack straps do. Tumplines should not be worn over the forehead, but rather the top of the head just back from the hairline, pulling straight down in alignment with the spine. The person then leans forward, allowing the back to help support the load. Tumplines are often used to transport heavy loads across uneven terrain such as footpaths and portages. The voyageurs of the North American fur trade used tumplines exclusively to carry their cargo of pelts and rations across portages.) [4]

Emergency Repair for broken strap on a pack [4]

Tie your water bottle or other items to your pack (rope/cordage use)

Defense :
Sling shot

Staff Sling

Cleaning Patches for Firearms

Bullet Patches for Muzzleloaders

Gun Wipe Cloth

Gag

Blindfold

Hand ties/Handcuffs

Weapon Concealment - Many people who pocket carry their concealed carry weapon will place a bandana on top of the gun to further cover it and disguise the outline.
[1]

Mace/Thumper - Fill with rocks tie into a bundle and whack away

Disguise your voice on the phone. This particular technique works efficiently, compared to a noisy napkin or piece of paper to disguise your voice for fun. Simple, place the bandana over the phone’s receiver. [3]

Flags (Warning, Surrender, etc)

Kitchen / Food and Water) :

Pot Holder

Dishcloth

Napkin

Pre-water Filter

Sponge - Soak up morning dew or rain water and squeeze into your mouth if you’re in need of a drink. [1]

Coffee/Tea Filter

Salad Spinner — Even if you’re foraging for leafy greens, you’ll want to wash them to be sure there isn’t any nastiness on them. Put them into a dry bandana, cinch the corners together, and give it a whirl. [1]

Food Strainer

Grease Catch - If you’re cooking sausage or bacon, and you have no napkins, lay them to drain on a clean bandana. [1]

Wrap leftover bread, pancakes, biscuits, etc. - Moisten bandana than wrap

Food Cover

Apron

Food Wrap to keep food warm

Degrease meat, bacon, etc. (another use as a towel or napkin)

Continue Here for Part 2 https://steemit.com/camping/@concreteshallows/bandana-uses-part-2-of-2-cfubtau3

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