How to Send Signals to Call Someone for Help If you are a lost in the wilderness, you may need someone for your help and in this situation. You should be able to send a signal to call rescue teams for your help. There are some ways that will help you to send a signal to others for your help: Sending Signal with...

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Tips to Make Your Own Compass You can find your location with the help of compass; therefore, it will be good to carry a compass with you. If you have resources, you can make your own compass with the help of given tutorial. The magnetic compass is important for the survival walking stick because it will help you to walk in four directions,...

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GETTING TO KNOW THE WILDERNESS In order for one to successfully immerse in the natural environment, there must be a complete understanding of what is to be faced. Things like weather conditions, the danger zone, and the like should be determined. These are essential in deciding the next course of action. Predicting the Weather Clouds determine the mood of the sky – each...

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Survival Kit The contents of the survival kits depend on the type of terrain to be explored. As a general rule, keep the kit layered. This means that the most important items are placed at the most convenient area, preferably in the pocket or attached to the belt. Less important and more bulky items can be placed in the knapsack. Since it is...

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Choosing a Bag The number one mistake many first time backpackers make is to TAKE TOO MUCH STUFF. Unless you are really going off the beaten track, you are likely to be able to buy almost everything you need while you are there. The bigger the bag, the more you will be tempted to fill it. Choose a bag which is a maximum...

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Paperwork There is a surprising amount of paperwork you will need to sort out before you embark on your trip, and it’s best to start doing this two or three months before you plan to leave. Having everything in place in good time will cut down on last minute panics and will save you time and money. Find your passport and check the...

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Introduction  ‘Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance’ When planning a backpacking trip, the advice can seem very overwhelming for a first time traveler. There are endless gizmos, gadgets and innovations on the market, each promising to be convenient, safe, light-weight and solve so many problems on the road that you will wonder how you ever lived without it. In backpacking, as in so many...

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