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Emergency in the Wild? What Every Camper Needs to Know (with EMT Nancy Martinz)

June 23, 2025

In this essential episode of the Girl Camper Podcast, host Lesa McDermott talks with Nancy Martinz, an advanced EMT and veteran law enforcement ranger, about real-life campground medical emergencies—and how to survive them. From burns and snake bites to getting lost off-grid, Nancy shares life-saving advice every camper should hear.

You'll learn:

  • How to prepare before heading to remote areas
  • What to include in a proper first-aid kit
  • How to call for help with limited or no cell service
  • What to do when someone is injured or missing
  • Why situational awareness is critical for safety from both wildlife and people

Nancy also shares stories from her career in national parks and offers practical tips from her podcast Crimes Off the Grid. This episode is packed with useful information and empowering insight for women who love the outdoors.