Master the essential techniques that could save your life in the wilderness. From building shelter to finding water, learn the fundamental skills every outdoor enthusiast should know.
Understanding survival priorities can mean the difference between life and death. The Rule of Threes helps you focus on what matters most when every second counts.
Without Air
Breathing is your absolute top priority. Ensure clear airways and adequate oxygen in any emergency situation.
Without Shelter
Exposure to extreme temperatures can be deadly. Build or find shelter to maintain core body temperature.
Without Water
Dehydration sets in quickly. Finding and purifying water sources becomes critical after shelter is secured.
While food is important for long-term survival, it's the lowest priority in emergency situations. Focus on shelter, water, and signaling for rescue first.
Take a moment to calm yourself
Assess your situation clearly
Look around for resources
Make a strategy to survive
Master these fundamental skills to increase your chances of survival in any wilderness emergency. Each skill builds upon the others to create a comprehensive survival toolkit.
Protection from the elements is crucial. Learn to build debris huts, lean-tos, and snow caves using natural materials and basic tools.
Fire provides warmth, light, cooking capability, and psychological comfort. Master multiple fire-starting techniques for any weather condition.
Clean water is vital for survival. Learn to locate, collect, and purify water from various sources in the wilderness.
Know where you are and where you're going. Master both modern and primitive navigation techniques to find your way to safety.
These skills could save your life. Don't wait until an emergency to learn them. Start practicing in a safe environment today.
Get answers to the most common questions about survival skills and wilderness emergencies.
Knowledge is just the beginning. Here are essential resources to help you prepare for wilderness emergencies and continue your survival education.
Compass, maps, GPS device, emergency beacon
Waterproof matches, lighter, fire steel, headlamp
Emergency bivvy, space blanket, extra clothing
Bandages, antiseptic, pain relievers, personal meds
Reading about survival skills is just the first step. Hands-on practice in a safe environment is essential for building confidence and muscle memory.
Find local wilderness survival courses and workshops
Start in your backyard, then progress to supervised wilderness practice
Connect with local outdoor and survival skills groups
Don't wait for an emergency to realize the importance of these skills. Start building your survival knowledge and confidence today.