I also carry first aid essentials in a saddle bag even for short trail rides. Hoof pick, wire cutters, small pruning clippers, vet wrap, gauze pads, alcohol wipes & very small bottle of betadine & some water. I never go out without my cell phone and if I'm riding alone I try to let someone know which direction I'm headed just in case I'm gone too long or Kacey comes back without me. Fortunately, I've never had to use any of it (except the clippers to do some trail clearing), but I would rather be safe than sorry.