22 Uses for an Emergency Poncho

A 99 cent emergency poncho is one of my most carried pieces of gear.   Not matter the activity, I have one tucked in my bag and it’s been used in some pretty interesting situations besides keeping me dry.  Here are just a few practical (and not-so-practical) uses for an emergency poncho.

1. Rain Poncho
2. Backpack Cover
3. Picnic Blanket
4. Rope Tarp
5. Garbage Bag
6. Tourniquet
7. Car Floor Mat
8. Hammock Tent
9. Puppet Show Curtain
10.  Barf Bag*
11. Pasta Strainer*
12. Boot Waterproofer/Sock Liner
13. Pillow
14. Sleeping Bag Liner
15. Projector Screen
16. Parachute
17. Sail
18. Curtain
19. Halloween Costume (if you dressed as Saran Wrap)
20. Water Reservoir
21. Sandwich Baggie
22. Slip & Slide

**Ideas courtesy of Cody