Hey Pandas, What Is A Good Outdoor Survival Tip? (Closed)

Stay indoors.

- When you're in a forest, moss can signal water sources like springs or streams. So, keep an eye out for lush, green mossy areas to find water. Also dry moss serves as excellent tinder for starting fires.

- When my dad gifted me his Swiss Army knife, he emphasized its capabilities for outdoor activities like hiking and camping. So, having a versatile tool like a Swiss Army knife or a multi-tool is handy. It's great for cutting, opening cans, fixing gear, etc.

-Learn the basics before venturing out.
-Keep something to start a fire on your person.
-A tiny mirror can be used to give light signals to aerial rescue parties.
-Let people know where you go and when you plan to be back.
-Try not to stand between a mama bear and her cubs. If you do, make sure your last will & testament are up to date before getting torn to ribbons to save your loved ones a lot of legal trouble.

If scarse - water is best kept inside you. There is no sense in ration it.

If you're going to the back of beyond in Australia: take 2 spare tyres, take minimum of 40 litres of water, take food for a couple of days, take something for signalling, something for making a fire, tell people where you're going & how long you're planning on being. If you're going really off-road, take a Satellite phone or epirb (emergency position-indicating radio beacon). The outback is a seriously big place, and has no mercy.

Always boil all the water...although this can slow you down if you come to a lake.

"Bear is black: fight back, bear is brown: get down, bear is white" say good night.”

My dad was in the service while I was growing up and every summer we did a lot of camping. Once each summer he would take us survivalist style. Not super hard core because we were still young but not at a camp ground. It was a really good experience to have although at times we rebelled.

Having some kind of rope/cord with you. Parachute cord has multiple strands and can be extremely useful and versatile. You can use it for making a shelter, first aid, helps in starting a fire, etc. You should also, of course have some kind of cutting tool or a few different types for hunting, cutting, self defense, etc.

And always, always be careful what you use for toilet paper, my brother learned the hard way.

All parts of a dandelion are edible

Bring alcohol wipes and hand sanitizer. 1. First aid. 2. Useful to start a fire if needed.

Keep a jar of peanut paste / butter in your car... keeps a long time and can help save you.

Don't let the influencers, posting pics from their "Glamping Trip," fool you.

#1 RULE: YOU are an intruder to the environment. The animals run the show, the weather can kill you, as well as the water if not treated properly. Storms and flood waters can take you out, even if you have a view of town. Injuries in the field are way different than in the safety of your home. A simple wound can become quickly infected. Doesn't matter if you are 30 minutes from civilization.

*Been camping/hunting regularly for 15 years*

This isn't a traditional survival tip, but you should bring a battery pack and your phone for calling emergency services or using gps. Also WD-40. Never underestimate WD-40.

The forest service/rangers/signs know better than you. The vast majority of disasters can be avoided by reading/listening and staying on the trail.

Always carry a knife, a first aid kit, more water/food than you think you need, and an extra layer of clothing.

Plantain leaves are good for bug bites and skin irritation
chicory is easy to find, and edible, along with dandelions.
do not eat any mushrooms, don't eat dead animals, sassafras leaves are edible.

Don't let your soft can-opener drag you outside when you have a perfectly good house to sit in.

Look up.

Is there someplace high you could reach for a better vantage point?

Is there something that could fall on your shelter?

Where is the sun? Which direction is it traveling?

Where is the North Star?

Is there any regular aviation?

If you are in a vehicle and it becomes not drivable for any reason stay with the vehicle.

LOL!! Be VERY wary of "useful survival tips!" There's hardly a one I've run into that hasn't blown up for someone trying to use it - in ALMOST the right place! Physics ! is your best friend! Remember Steve Irwin - who knew it all - until it killed him! I have camped out in minus 30°F - enjoyably and successfully, since I'm writing this - how? I did my homework. :-)

If lost, your best bet is to stay put. However if that's not an option due to danger or weather, prioritize shelter/fire first, then water, then food. You can (on average) go up to three weeks without food, thee days without water, but you can die from exposure in as little as 30 minutes.