How to Think Like a Survivor: A Guide for Wilderness Emergencies

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Emergencies Happen...

The secrets to survival are in preparation before you leave home. How to Think Like a Survivor reveals simple ways to overcome the unexpected in the outdoors.

Author Tom Watson helps you learn how to think through potential emergency situations and find solutions to avoid disaster in the wilderness.

Some survivor strategies:

• Assess the surroundings for any dangers
• Stay together and don't wander away
• Monitor the group's emotions
• Don't hide from searchers; make a signal fire
• Choose the best site to build a shelter

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Elements of survival
• Assessing the survival mode
• Overview of personal gear
• The importance of shelter
• Finding water
• Searching for food
• Building a fire
• Making signals
• Developing navigational skills
• Field first aid and natural remedies
• Components of a survival kit
• Lost on the moon test
• Further reading
• Author acknowledgments

About the Author

Tom Watson reviews and field-tests survival products. He spent 5 years as a Kodiak Island SAR member and 12 years as a guide/outfitter in Alaska.

How to Think Like a Survivor: A Guide for Wilderness Emergencies