Winter survival skillsBy applying some winter survival basics you will be safer when traveling in the wilderness during the winter season. Winter and cold weather can be wonderful.... but also harsh and dangerous. Many unexpected things can happen during a winter trip. Even experienced winter wilderness adventurers can get caught by weather or an equipment failure.
Use available materials to get a roof over your head. Be creative! Maybe you can make use of natural cover? A medium-sized tree may have pockets in the snow beneath a branch. Try digging under any tree with spreading branches in the lee side. After you've built your shelter, get a fire going. Make something hot to drink to get warmth but also avoid getting dehydrated. Melt ice and snow to get survival water. Keeping your body warm Don't over-exert yourself while building your snow shelter. Pace your activity to avoid perspiration. If it’s raining or snowing, put on an emergency poncho to protect your clothes and keep you dry. Try to keep your boots, socks and feet dry as well. If not, you risk making yourself even colder as your sweat starts to freeze. Beware of hypothermia and frostbite.   Sharing is caring Share your survival tips for cold weather with others. Your tip or advice can be of great value for other winter wilderness travelers. Do you first want to read what other visitors have said? Either scroll to the bottom or click here click here Tell others your cold weather survival tips
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