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#139151 - 07/09/08 06:37 PM Re: Best practices when you realize you are lost? [Re: philip]
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+1 on STOP. Best thing to do first in many situations.

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#139233 - 07/10/08 02:39 AM Re: Best practices when you realize you are lost? [Re: dweste]
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Something people have missed is its also important to check on local conditions before you head out. The local fire hazard should be noted when you note the weather and light data. You should know whether a signal fire is a rational idea or not. When there's a high risk of fire and drought conditions make sure you bring another way to signal besides a signal fire or flares. I'm sure there are other things to note as well, but none comes to me off the top of my head.

That said once you're out in the woods I am a big fan of the tea kit. Small stove, pot/cup, and hot beverage of your choice. You don't have to admit you're lost before you stop, just decide its a good time to make a cuppa and review the situation. Plus everything you carry to make tea or hot chocolate is eminently useful if someone gets hurt or you have to spend the night. No wasted weight. And using a small gas, alcohol or solid fuel stove significantly reduces the risk of fire, so even in dry conditions its a good option.
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#139315 - 07/10/08 05:08 PM Re: Best practices when you realize you are lost? [Re: AROTC]
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Registered: 11/09/06
Posts: 2851
Loc: La-USA
Being a "Signalman", don't forgot the night time value of a flashlight and knowledge of some basic Morse Code such as: "SOS" or ...---...

So simple that I can remember it AND do it!!!
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