Orient Yourself
A certain level of vertigo effect can happen to anyone once you realize you are lost. Losing your basic sense of direction can cause panic, and as you try to find your way back to the trail or to your vehicle, having a basic sense of direction is vital. With a compass you can easily tell which direction is north and locate yourself on a map. If you don’t have a compass or map, using landmarks can be very useful as well. Often, at the bottom of a canyon are rivers or streams which nearly always lead to civilization. Use geography to your advantage. Guide Yourself Home
As you decide to find you way out of the forest, make sure to always keep a clear head and do not panic. Always use simple logic and basic common sense. As you utilize the equipment you have and the knowledge you have obtained in this website to your advantage, you will have the necessary skills to be found or found you own way home when you are lost in the wilderness. |
Though normally when you become lost it is best to stay put, there are certain things that can certainly help you find your way back to civilization. Navigation ,however, is dangerous as you can lose yourself even further. For more experienced outdoors-men, it is important to know how to orient yourself, scout your area, and with a certain level of confidence, guide yourself from being lost back home.
Scout
Even if you decide to stay put and wait for help, it can be very useful to know more about your immediate surroundings. You may find a clearing where you are more easily seen, or even the trail you had lost. Make sure that as you scout your area that you do not wander too far. Marking the path you take can allow you to retrace your steps and avoid losing yourself further and help avoid walking in circles. You may even find the trail you lost or a clearing where you can be more easily seen. |