1. Prepare your pack
Packing the right amount of water, food, first aid kit, and clothes is the first step to outdoor safety. In addition to basic human needs, there are other items that can be used in an emergency.
- A whistle
- A brightly colored item
- A flashlight
Every item in a package should have an essential purpose. Hopefully, you'll never need to use these items for emergency purposes, but if needed, you'll be ready.
2. Get and use the map and GPS tracker
You can use your smartphone to take a picture of the road map and then continue your happy way, paperless. It may sound like an old method, but having a physical map of the area you're passing through is a great way to keep you from getting lost. There are several conditions which can cause your phone and the information it holds to be permanently lost. Avoid the whole situation by carrying around a paper map and compass and knowing how to use them. Bring an outdoor GPS tracking device is also a good idea to stay in touch with your friends.
3. Observe
There is some guidance provided by nature. Nature can still be a beacon if we only know what to look for and how to use it for direction.
- Observe the landmark
- Notice the time
4. Don't panic
If the sun goes down and you turn a corner, you're bound to think of an invisible path, and your first reaction may be panic. For most people, the mere idea that you might get lost is enough to trigger anxiety, but you have to stay calm. Decisions made out of fear are rarely constructive, and drastic action without a clear head can often make things worse.
5. Stay on the trail
The simple rules of persistence can be easily broken. But, if you can see the trail, don't wander. You can contact with your teammates by a hiking tracker if there is no cell service.
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