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If you ever get completely lost in the wild the best advice is to stop and stay put
Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:13 pm
Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:13 pm
And building a fire helps immensely.
The idea is that if you are moving things will get worse. The old wives tale that a person walks in (large) circles can be legit in my limited experience.
Any tips for survival if someone finds themselves lost?
The idea is that if you are moving things will get worse. The old wives tale that a person walks in (large) circles can be legit in my limited experience.
Any tips for survival if someone finds themselves lost?
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Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:15 pm to weagle99
1) dont lose track of where you are
2) know how to find the north star
3) know where the hell you are
2) know how to find the north star
3) know where the hell you are
Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:16 pm to weagle99
Here in the south, green moss grows on the north side of some tree trunks.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:22 pm to weagle99
I make a habit of orienting the nearest road to where I am in each direction, usually making a screenshot on my phone to help, and yes always carrying a compass. At least that way, based on where I think I am and the obstacles in the way, I can always walk a straight line out to a road even if it is painful and in the dark.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:44 pm to weagle99
OnX baw, never lost.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 9:08 pm to weagle99
Unless you are a child, there isn't a wilderness east of the MS that you can really be lost in. Now out west, set down and wait.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 9:10 pm to weagle99
If you find a river or other source of flowing water, follow it downstream. Civilizations are built along waterways.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 9:20 pm to weagle99
quote:Climbing a tree or getting to a high point works (the tree thing has for me). Also, knowing the terrain and being able to read the trees and palmettos helps. As always, a map and compass, which are very rarely carried, are your best friend.
Any tips for survival if someone finds themselves lost?
Eta: You can also listen and hear civilization more often than not
This post was edited on 8/5/19 at 9:21 pm
Posted on 8/5/19 at 9:23 pm to weagle99
Happened to me as a young teen in 3 rivers wma behind Blackhawk. Got up at dark to realize my compass was gone about the time it started pouring raining. Walked, probably in circles, for about 20 minutes then hunkered down. Morning saw no sun so I started lining up trees until I hit the boundary line, white paint on trees and followed it until I hit the levee
Moral of the story is have a compass, stapled to your nutsack if that’s what it take to keep it. Know how to use it
Moral of the story is have a compass, stapled to your nutsack if that’s what it take to keep it. Know how to use it
Posted on 8/5/19 at 9:27 pm to weagle99
GPS and satellite phone.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 10:20 pm to weagle99
Well if lost and I could build a small fire why not build one big freaking fire for everyone to see.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 10:37 pm to weagle99
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The idea is that if you are moving things will get worse.
You will get further from where folks know (or reasonably believe) where you are. Moving also drastically increases the chance of injury which will likely increase the chance you don't make it.
You don't worry about food right away - adrenaline will take you pretty far and you can go weeks without food.
If you think it might be just a few hours before a search beings, you can occupy yourself making a temporary shelter. Days? You have to think about water as you can only go about 3 days without any sort of water.
You can move a short distance to be closer to water, but remember - wildlife will also be drawn to water and flash flooding is a concern.
If you have to move for whatever reason - wildfire, rising water, what have you, try to make indelible marks with arrows pointing in your direction of travel. This might help searchers pick up your trail.
A fire is a very good idea - it will ward off most predators, provide a source of light and heat. It will be a natural marker for searchers, especially at night. If you can find a container that can withstand the heat, you can boil water and survive relatively comfortably for several days, up to a week or more, even without food. But, be careful not to start a wildfire because you will be in the middle of it.
This post was edited on 8/5/19 at 10:38 pm
Posted on 8/6/19 at 2:19 am to weagle99
Delorme Inreach(Garmin own it now)
Compass always and a real map helps
Spend a little time on Google maps and have an idea where to bail if needed. Your never really far from a road of some sort in the lower 48, just know which way to go and if it is possible to go that way.
Always carry a way to stay warm, dry, and hydrated even on day hikes. A fleece pullover and raincoat you can survive a sub freezing night. You may be cold buy you will most likely live.
Compass always and a real map helps
Spend a little time on Google maps and have an idea where to bail if needed. Your never really far from a road of some sort in the lower 48, just know which way to go and if it is possible to go that way.
Always carry a way to stay warm, dry, and hydrated even on day hikes. A fleece pullover and raincoat you can survive a sub freezing night. You may be cold buy you will most likely live.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 6:11 am to weagle99
I try to study maps before I go in to an area. I kind of have an idea of which direction I need to head (per my compass) to hit a road or a bayou that I can follow out. If I have my head down looking for sign I get lost pretty quick.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:36 am to weagle99
I got lost briefly one time backpacking. The trailhead sign was missing where we were supposed to cross a creek so we missed it. the trail kept going another mile and just stopped. I crossed the creek only to find there was no trail on the otherside and that it was a giant island and the creek had forked. This was in Bankhead national forest. So we backtracked slowly and found the correct crossing.
backtrack if you aren't completely lost. Don't solo hike areas with poor trails if you are a newb unless you got a GPS. Always have a compass. Read the map before your adventure and stay close to a body of water.
Always keep a bottle of snipe spray or a side arm. Thems dangerous
backtrack if you aren't completely lost. Don't solo hike areas with poor trails if you are a newb unless you got a GPS. Always have a compass. Read the map before your adventure and stay close to a body of water.
Always keep a bottle of snipe spray or a side arm. Thems dangerous
Posted on 8/6/19 at 9:48 am to weagle99
I got "lost" in Yosemite on a path up on the mountain. My boots were wet from snow and it was starting to get late and I panicked for a minute and started trying to backtrack unsuccessfully. I stopped, calmed down and realized I was on a mountain and there was a road at the bottom.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 5:21 pm to weagle99
Sounds like you were in the Boy Scouts because that's what they recommend.
Before you go, however you're supposed to Always tell someone exactly where you're going and when you'll be back, Be prepared by educating yourself on the local conditions and carry appropriate gear, and Carry a survival kit (shelter, fire, signaling).
If you did at least A then you should be good to stay put. They suggest you STOP. Stop, Think, Observe, and Plan. Stop, stay calm. Eat and drink something. Make a fire. If someone's injured then you have to decide if it's serious enough to risk leaving (stay or go, fast or slow).
That's all I got.
Before you go, however you're supposed to Always tell someone exactly where you're going and when you'll be back, Be prepared by educating yourself on the local conditions and carry appropriate gear, and Carry a survival kit (shelter, fire, signaling).
If you did at least A then you should be good to stay put. They suggest you STOP. Stop, Think, Observe, and Plan. Stop, stay calm. Eat and drink something. Make a fire. If someone's injured then you have to decide if it's serious enough to risk leaving (stay or go, fast or slow).
That's all I got.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 7:30 pm to weagle99
Wait until sunrise or sunset and walk directly toward or away from it depending on if you need to go east or west
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:16 pm to weagle99
I have gotten turned around a few times in the woods, mainly after dark on Tensas. I always have a compass on me, however, and make it a point to find a river or creek, knowing which way they flow. Usually correct myself after a minute of calm, cool, collected thinking.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:25 pm to weagle99
This really depends on who you are and WHERE you are. If you are in Brazil or Africa, and are lost stay put.
Where I hunt in Mississippi you can't walk for more than a couple of miles without hitting a road. So I am not staying put.
Also the who you are matters. Are you familiar with the area? Can you figure out directions using the sun or stars, topography?
There is no one answer fits all situations.
Where I hunt in Mississippi you can't walk for more than a couple of miles without hitting a road. So I am not staying put.
Also the who you are matters. Are you familiar with the area? Can you figure out directions using the sun or stars, topography?
There is no one answer fits all situations.
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