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Outdoor Survival - It's All in Your Head
The great thing about survival is... it's all in your head. Well, perhaps not ALL, but survivalists will agree that when life threatening emergencies do arise, a huge factor IS there. It's your mindset, your ability to reason, and your will to survive. Always remember to S.T.O.P.! That is to say, S-(Sit Down), T-(Think), O-(Observe), and P-(Plan). Your worst enemy is not necessarily your situation. It is the FEAR of that situation. So, just don't panic. Instead, sit down, think about the facts of your situation, observe your surroundings and supplies, and plan a strategy to deal with things in a prioritized and logical way. Your brain is a very powerful survival tool.
Of course there are other tools that a good outdoor lover will always have with them whenever hiking, camping, horseback riding, biking, or just about any other means of getting into the wilds. Most of the tools we will be concentrating on here are items that are easily carried on your person.
Five of the most important skills you can have are:
- How to make fire
- How to build shelter
- How to find water and food
- Navigational and signaling for help skills
- A basic knowledge of first aid
There are countless variations of tools that can help you with all of this, and a good adventurer will ALWAYS have at the very least a set of the basics with them.
It is more than logical that one of the most important tools to always have with you is a good survival knife. It wasn't all that long ago when practically every man carried a pocketknife, and wouldn't even think of going into the woods without a trusty hunting knife strapped on his belt. Generally, modern survival knives are very robust and multifunctional, even if a bit smaller and less flashy. A good survival knife will be made of one solid piece of metal where the blade merges with the handle in what is called either a Full Tang or Narrow Tang design, and may end in a pommel at the but end of the tang. Avoid cheaply made knives that have a hollow handle for other gadgets, or that have the blade as a separate piece from the handle. Also avoid oversized (too heavy) Rambo style knives, as many of the things a survivalist needs to do will be more detailed than a larger knife is suited for.
In today's world there are many different ways of making fire. It is a must to learn as many as you can, and many survivalists recommend that you have at least 3 means of making fire with you at all times. Of course there are waterproof matches and butane lighters, and they are always good to have with you. But they may not be 100 percent reliable in poor conditions. Fire pistons were discovered in southern Asia around a hundred and fifty years ago, and can be easily made if you are handy. The most dependable means of starting fire in virtually all conditions is the new and improved flint and steel method used in FireSteel scrapers. These are easy to carry, can produce sparks of up to 6000 degrees, and will start fire even in the soggiest of conditions. FireSteel is simply a must for all outdoor adventures.
Finding and/or building shelter is as much about your skill as it is the tools at your disposal, and the necessary materials will vary greatly with the terrain in which you happen to be. However, it is very inexpensive and always a good idea to tuck an emergency blanket and an emergency tube tent into a pouch, just in case. A Parachute Cord Bracelet can come in mighty handy too. Of course proper clothing is of utmost importance, and planning ahead for unexpected weather should always be a given. Remember, it is easier to carry clothing you don't need than it is to manufacture clothing that you don't have, if you do need it.
Keeping your strength and your wits up in an emergency situation is of course a top priority, especially during the first critical 72 hours. For centuries explorers have survived for months at a time on nothing more than pemmican and bannock in the worst of conditions. In today's world, good quality dried jerky and emergency food bars would suffice, but you may also prefer to add power gels and trail mix. Ongoing hydration is probably the biggest challenge, and you must have potable water to survive. Never venture out for even the shortest of walks without at least a military canteen and canteen cup, so that you could boil water if necessary. Easy to carry backups would also include water treatment tablets, a SteriPen or other UV purifier, and a pocket water filter.
Navigation in the high tech modern world is almost taken for granted. But cell phones and GPS devices are limited by battery life and are often not robust enough for some conditions. A good map of the area you're in and a good pocket compass should always be considered, along with a powerful but lightweight monocular. Signaling for help may be necessary, and sometimes simple smoke from a fire can be life saving. Other lightweight lifesavers might be a survival whistle and a signaling mirror. You may also consider a personal locator beacon.
Always be prepared for the unexpected, and this includes the occasional injury. It's crucial to keep at least a rudimentary first aid kit with you at all times. In addition, you should educate yourself in how and when to use a tourniquet, splints, and even basic suturing. In the wilds, even a small undressed wound can become perilous.
Getting out into the wilds can be very wonderful indeed. Being PREPARED, both mentally and with the necessary provisions, may be all that gets you home safely, should an emergency survival situation arise.
About the Author
Surviving the wilds is a topic that Wolf Leffew has been passionate about for a very long time, having spent countless hours hiking, camping, and photographing wildlife and wild places for more than four decades. You can find more tips on survival preparedness and gear and find some fun ideas to try at http://www.bestoutdoorsurvivalgear.blogspot.com
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