Survival Tips |
When you realize you're lost in the wilderness - STOP! |
Stop |
Find a safe location and stay there. It is much easier to find someone that is stationary. |
Think |
You will need food, water and shelter to survive the night. |
Observe |
Look around. Is there fire wood, water, and or shelter nearby? |
Plan |
It is very important to conserve your energy. Make sure that you regulate your bodies temperature and take lots of breaks. |
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This is a three part educational series presented by members of Kamloops Search and Rescue Society. Sponsored jointly by the British Columbia Search and Rescue Society, the Provincial Emergency Program, and the Canadian Search and Rescue Secretariat, the programs provide educational safety awareness for all users of our great outdoors.
'Hug-a-Tree and Survive' is targeted for all elementary age children (Grades K-7). The video and talk, with emphasis on telling a responsible adult where they are going and staying in one spot (hug a tree) until the searchers come and find them takes about 1 hr. We usually have some hand-outs for these children.
'Snow Safety' is targeted at Grades 3-7 and stresses safety and courtesy on the ski hill. The 'Respect' video and clip of an avalanche with presentation takes just under 1 hr. and concentrates on the 'in bounds' expectations and general rules.
'Survive Outside' is a more general discussion of personal safety under all varieties of outdoor adventures. This is more for persons that are 'on their own' so far as planning and carrying out their personal or group activity. The emphasis is on preparedness; in terms of equipment, awareness and attitude.
For further information or to arrange a presentation please call 376-6296 or email
info@ksar.ca.
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Outdoor Travel
Tips |
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Be prepared for your chosen recreation
Know your physical limitations. Stick to your turnaround time. Take the proper equipment, have a trip plan and use reference and guide books.
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Always carry the essentials
If necessary be prepared to stay out overnight. Carry a flashlight.
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Complete a trip plan and leave it with a friend
The trip plan explains your destination, your route, who is in the group and your return time. Your friend can pass this information to the police if you are overdue.
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Never hike alone
Hike with a group and keep together. Travel at the speed of the slowest person. A person separated by going ahead or falling behind is more likely to become lost.
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Do not panic
Maintain a positive mental attitude if you become lost. Being lost is not dangerous if you are prepared.
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Stay where you are
People who carry on after they become lost usually get farther from the trail and farther from people who are looking for them.
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Use signalling devices
Blowing a whistle, lighting a fire and staying visible will help searchers find you. Help searchers find you even if you are embarrassed or afraid. Remember that animals will not be attracted to your signals. Searchers may also use planes or helicopters - make yourself visible to them.
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Build or seek shelter
Protect yourself from the rain, wind and excessive sun. Be as comfortable as possible, but when it is daylight, make sure you are visible to searchers in helicopters or planes.
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Avoid the most common mistake
Believing that 'it could never happen to me'. By being prepared, you can enjoy your trip outdoors regardless of what nature and chance throw at you.
Information on what to do in tick season. |
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