S.T.O.P
You realize you've lost sight of your cadet group. Instead of continuing to walk, you stay where you are.
STOP
Is feeling fear when lost normal?
YES
What is one essential nutrient the body requires to function?
Water
What should you listen for when lost?
Signals or sounds from rescuers
You decide that your safest option is to remain in your current safe location, prepare for the night and make yourself easier for rescuers to locate.
PLAN
Name one fear someone might experience when lost.
Fear of the unknown, being alone, discomfort, darkness, animals, etc.
What does shelter provide?
Shelter provides protection from the weather and, depending on the conditions, protects you from either hot or cold temperatures
Name two factors you should think about when lost.
Time of day, physical condition, food, water or available options.
You stop and look around for nearby shelter, water sources and recognizable landmarks.
OBSERVE
What can fear do to someone's ability to make decisions?
It can overpower rational thinking.
Why is food the least important?
Individuals in good physical condition can go for many days or even weeks without food. Your goal in a wilderness survival situation is to be located in the shortest time possible, so in most cases you will be located long before food becomes a survival issue.
When a person is lost, when do the biggest mistakes generally occur?
first 30 minutes
You realize daylight is fading, your water supply is low and you are becoming tired. You list these factors before deciding what to do.
THINK
What should you do with feelings of fear?
Recognize them and direct them towards constructive actions.
What is one aspect mentioned earlier that can make having a good attitude difficult?
Fear
What are two purposes of fire in a survival situation?
Heat, light and signaling to rescuers.
You are lost and hear noises in the distance. You examine your surroundings, consider whether the sounds could be rescuers, assess the weather and decide how you will make yourself visible.
Why can fear sometimes actually improve your chances of survival?
It can provide an extra shot of energy or adrenaline when facing an emergency.
List the elements of survival by increasing priority.
Food, fire, water, shelter, attitude
Name three things you should look for when observing your surroundings.
Shelter, water, terrain, weather or clues to your location.