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10 THINGS YOU CAN’T SURVIVE WITHOUT Mother nature can be relentless and unforgiving and even the most experienced outdoorsmen can be caught off guard and find themselves in life threatening situations. When the unthinkable happens, the key to surviving is being prepared. Wild Guide has curated a list of essential gear that should be in every outdoorsman’s pack when heading out into the wilderness. WATER is the single most important element to your survival. Simply put, without it you die. Never run out of water again with LifeStraw. You can refill your supply from any water source or even drink straight from the source. www.buylifestraw.com SHELTER is important when battling the elements. If you find yourself unable to build a proper shelter, the SOL Escaper Bivvy will keep you warm and dry until rescue arrives. www.surviveoutdoorslonger.com LIGHT If you are stranded at night, you are going to need to be able to see. The safest and most convenient way to light what you’re doing is with a hands-free headlamp. We love the XEO 19R for its ability to shine up to 2000 lumens of clean, clear, powerful light where you need it most. www.ledlenser.com FIRE keeps you warm, fed and feeling safe and comfortable. It can be used to signal passers-by or dry out wet clothing. Where matches and lighters may fail to provide this life saving element, the Bear Grylls Fire Starter will never fail. www.gerbergear.com KNIFE A good knife is paramount in survival situations. Its uses are nearly countless, from building shelter to providing food. It can also cure boredom by keeping the mind occupied. We like the SOG Tangle-Black FX32K-CP. It’s strong, it’s balanced, it’s lightweight and comes wrapped in 7 feet of paracord. www.sogknives.com 47 Wild Guide . Spring 2016
FIRST AID When fighting for survival, even the smallest of wounds can become a hindrance. Always carry a basic first aid kit for treating ailments and be sure to include some pain killers to help keep you comfortable. The Sportsman Bighorn medical kit contains everything the outdoorsman needs for basic field treatment. www.adventuremedicalkits.com SIGNAL When venturing beyond the realm of cellular service, it’s critical to carry a means of communicating when things go wrong. The JetScream whistle’s 122dB will ensure you’re heard while the StarFlash signaling mirror will make you visible to potential rescuers and aircraft. www.ustbrands.com CORD Having a good length of rope or cord is always a life saver, whether hoisting food from bears, setting traps, building shelters or splinting a broken bone. We like the Survival Belt from Survival Straps for its impressive 100-150 feet of paracord. www.survivalstraps.com To watch and read reviews on many of these and other products, visit wildguide.ca/gear. COMPASS Many wilderness mishaps start by getting lost. This can be completely avoided with some good old-fashioned orienteering. While a GPS is a great tool, never rely on battery life to keep you heading the right direction. Invest in a good compass, learn to use it and never leave home without it. The Guide 426 Graphite compass will help you find your way and keep you safe. www.silvacompass.com FOOD While food can be foraged in the wild, extreme hunger can cause weakness, disorientation, loss of judgement and even affect fine motor skills. This can make it very difficult and even dangerous to go foraging. Always carry some form of high energy/protein snack to help stave off hunger while you search for a more sustainable food source. The Bushman’s Bar is packed full of delicious nutrition, is Canadian made, and will fill you up quickly when in need. Read our review at wildguide.ca/the-bushmans-bar. www.borealberrybar.com Wild Guide . Spring 2016 48
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