The first step to surviving in the wild is to accept that you may not make it out alive. The second step is to make sure you leave as prepared as you came in, so strap in and read on for some helpful tips on how to stay alive in the wild. You never know when you’ll have to take a hike, and with the rising number of people getting into the outdoors, chances are you’ll run into a fellow camper sooner than later. If you’re prepared, and you know how to stay alive in the wild, then you’re ready to hit the trail. Keep reading and learn how to stay safe and comfortable while you’re out there.
Prepare meals in advance
Eating well is essential when you’re out in the wild. For most of us, the grocery store isn’t an option, and even if it was, store-bought food may not be safe to eat out of the box. Plus, you’re more likely to eat what’s in season, which is usually fruits and vegetables that are available all year round. That’s why prepping your meals in advance is so important. You can always supplement your food with some of the meats you’ll find in the wild, but it’s a good idea to keep a healthy balance and not eat too many meats. Beef is your best bet since it’s high in iron and low in fat, but you can also eat fat-tailed sheep, elk, buffalo, goat, and venison.
Know the land and the animals
As a camper, it’s important to know the land and the animals that live on it. It’s also important to know how to identify these animals. Animals in the wild, especially predators, can easily disguise themselves to avoid detection. In fact, a predator might look, smell, and even sound like a prey animal to throw you off. As a human being, it’s important for you to know the land and the animals as well. While it’s tempting to think of humans and animals as enemies, in reality, humans and animals have a symbiotic relationship. Animals eat plants, and plants reproduce.
Stay calm and don’t panic
Panicking and fleeing while in survival mode can lead to serious injuries. Panic can cause your heart to race and blood pressure to rise, which can lead to dizziness and even severe headaches. You’ll also move faster and take more risks, which can put your life in danger, as well as the lives of others. If you find yourself in a survival situation, stay calm, assess your situation, and then decide what to do next. Remember that panic can get you into serious trouble, so stay calm and assess your situation as quickly as possible.
Stay hydrated
You’ve probably heard this one before, but it’s worth repeating. Being hydrated is key to staying calm and avoiding headaches. Be sure to drink lots of water, but try not to drink water that is too warm or too cold. Swamp coolers, for example, can be dangerously cold, so you want to make sure it’s between 50 and 55 degrees. Water that is too cold can lead to cramps, while water that is too warm can cause headaches and dizziness. Drinking too much water, though, can lead to other problems. It can lead to cramps and make you feel lightheaded, so make sure to drink slowly and keep an eye on your hydration levels.
Don’t stray from your route
Whether it’s a survival exercise or a real-life event, following a set route is a great way to get to your destination safely. If you have a map, make sure to follow it. It’s also a good idea to follow a set route when you’re hiking. Although it can be tempting to explore new areas, you want to keep your bearings straight. Getting lost or disorientated can lead to serious injury or even death. Being lost can also lead to other problems. You might not be able to see things that can help you navigate back to the trail or camp, like wild plants or landmarks. Getting lost can also make you forget about important things, like your water supply or your food.
Protect yourself from the sun
If you’re in the wild and you’re in a survival situation, you want to protect yourself from the sun as much as possible. The worst thing you can do is get a sunburn. Protecting your skin from the sun can be done in a few ways. You can cover your skin with clothing or apply sunscreen. You can also cover your skin with dirt or sand. The more protection you have from the sun, the less damage it will do to your skin.
Protect yourself from the elements
Whether it’s the elements of weather or wild animals, you want to protect yourself from the elements as much as possible. The worst thing you can do is get wet or hot, as both can lead to serious issues. Getting too much sun is one of the most dangerous things you can do to yourself. It’s also one of the most preventable things you can do. If you’re in a survival situation and you’re getting too much sun on your skin, which can lead to a burn or a sunstroke, don’t be shy about covering up. You can also try to find shade with a tree.
Gather firewood
Fire is one of the most important things you can have in a survival situation. Without it, you won’t be able to cook your meals, you won’t be able to stay warm, you won’t be able to signal for help, and you won’t be able to build a shelter. To make fire, you’ll need some kind of flammable material, like paper, cloth, or dried leaves. Make sure to collect enough of this material so that you have plenty when you need it and so that it won’t get away from you. Find a safe, sheltered spot from the wind. Start by creating a small pile of material and lighting it from the pile. Make sure you don’t move the pile or put it out until it’s completely burnt.
Eat what you can, but stay aware of your surroundings
In a survival situation, you’ll want to rely on what you can find in the wild, but don’t forget to stay aware of your surroundings. There may be animals that pose a threat to you or to others in the area, and there may be poisonous plants that you can’t identify. If you’re eating something that you can’t identify, like a plant, make sure to identify any unidentified parts and don’t eat any part you can’t identify. If you’re eating something that you can identify but you’re still not sure if it’s safe, don’t eat it.
Collect firewood
Fire is one of the most important things you can have in a survival situation, but you can’t make fire if you don’t have any wood. If you’re in a survival situation, make sure to collect wood before you leave your home. You don’t have to collect it all at once, and you don’t have to collect it in one place. Find a few trees or logs in your yard, along a river, or in a forest and collect them as you go. Collecting firewood is also a great way to stay warm and to stay safe, as it will prevent you from getting too much sun on your skin and from getting too close to dangerous areas, like cliffs or rivers.
Protect yourself with shelter and fire
If you’re in a survival situation, you’ll want to protect yourself with shelter and fire. You can make a shelter from tree branches and leaves, and you can build a fire to stay warm and to