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Step 1
First have a plan with maps and locations of emergency stations,water sources, and research what kind of wild life inhabitants are in the area.
Make duplicate copies of you hiking or camping plans and leave it with relatives or friends. This is most important if you get lost so that the rescue personal have a idea of where to start their search patterns. -
Step 2
Your survival kits needs to have water proof matches or some kind of fire stick. A extra compass and maps of the area. You can put in a small knife or razor blades and a small flash light and extra batteries. I have seen survival knives in sporting good stores that have water tablets,fishing line and hooks, small bandages and antibiotic cream all in the handle.
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Step 3
There are many other safety items you should carry in a survival kit it just depends on the area you are going into.A whistle is also good to have if your hurt or fallen where rescuers can't see you. You can take a cell phone but keep it turned off to save the battery. If you are in the deep woods it probable will not have reception so don't waist the battery.
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Step 4
Get a paper back book on food and making shelter in the wilderness. This can be a great help if you get lost. If you have a GPS meter you can use that to figure out where you are and then use it with the map. You can enter your location in the GPS. This will mark the area you are in and keep you from walking in circles. I would also pack some extra dry clothing incase you get wet this can be serious and can cause hypothermia to set in if it gets cold at night.Water is what you will need the most ,take at least 2 light weight containers,one as a backup and plenty of water purification tablets.
Comments
paigeturner said
on 7/23/2009 Great tips! 5*
sunnylyon said
on 7/23/2009 Very informative article. It's good to know how to prepare for the wilderness before going out!5*