Survival Aide Memoire

Be Prepared

1. Dressed for the worst weather conditions to be expected
2. Carrying a dependable means of lighting a fire
3. Carrying a sharp and sturdy knife that is always sharp
4. Carrying a small first aid kit
5. Carrying a minimum of 1 litre of water

Survival Objectives

1. To make yourself comfortable enough to be able to sleep 8 hours out of the day by dressing correctly and by using both a warming fire and suitable shelter.
2. To obtain enough clean water to meet your body's needs.
3. To prepare for, then await rescue by aiding rescuers with well thought out signals.

Basic Formula For Survival

 

Inform someone (two separate people would be better) responsible about your plans and the action they should take if you are overdue. Don't forget to tell them when you are back. Leave the following written information for them;

1. Time & date of departure
2. Where you are going - grid reference or route
3. What digressions you may take
4. Expected return date & time
5. Who you are going with
6. Your means of transportation
7. Mobile telephone number or other contact details i.e. radio frequency.