For each type of natural environment, a specific approach is needed to survive. This has to do with the abundance and scarcity in the region concerned. For example, in some locations there is an abundance of water, while in other areas one has to be very economical with water. When little vegetation occurs in areas, this indicates that little water is present. Prevent a panic attack or stress; the most important thing is to keep your wits about it. Although nature can be a dangerous environment, you yourself are an important constant factor in the whole. Take your time before you decide things. A wrong decision can be fatal and every decision must be considered carefully.
Survive in lightly grown areas
- Preparations to be made
- Survive in the desert
- Survive in a field landscape or dune-like area
Preparations to be made
It is essential to be able to plan. This is because a long period of drought can unexpectedly start. Always be prepared for the unknown. Therefore, divide an abundance of food and water over several days so that you have more security.
The basic necessities of life
It is very important to have enough water at your disposal. On average, people can go without water for up to three to five days. Use your energy wisely. The energy in your body is used, among other things, to keep your body temperature stable. In addition, you need energy to be able to cover great distances. This is necessary to be able to reach the civilized world.
Survive in the desert
The monotonous landscape of the desert makes it easy to get lost. The stars you see at night can help you regain your sense of direction.
The enormous dryness of the desert
Due to the dryness of the desert, finding water is a very high priority. Make sure you lose as little moisture as possible. It is therefore recommended to walk at night. During the day it is best to sleep in a place that is in the shade. As a result, as little moisture as possible is lost from your body. Before you go to sleep, it is important to have (natural) objects ready to collect rainwater. Most cacti contain liquid that is drinkable. Other plant species can be very poisonous. In the morning dew can be found on some plant species. In addition, it is recommended to pay attention to the behavior of birds. Birds can often be found around rivers and streams for drinking or catching fish.
The link between water and food
When there is enough water available, you can only start focusing on finding food. Food can cause dehydration. Finding food is a difficult task because, like water, food is difficult to find. Insects are very healthy because of the proteins they contain. Fortunately, these animal species are regularly found in desert areas. Plants containing milky sap should be avoided. Usually these plants are poisonous. If you don’t know whether a plant is edible, you can test this in a practical way. However, be very careful with this before you decide to test it in practice. You can divide the relevant plant into several pieces. It is not recommended to use it as food when there are insects or parasites in the plant. When the plant seems okay, you can hold the plant against your lips as a test. If you are not bothered after three minutes, you can then hold the plant against your tongue for 15 minutes. If you do not get a reaction from your body after this, it is possible to chew it. Try this for 15 minutes. Only when everything seems okay so far, you can safely swallow the food.
Survive in a field landscape or dune-like area
A field landscape contains low vegetation. Despite the low vegetation, the field can be overgrown with plants that hinder your passage. Branches armed with a large number of spines can cause a lot of damage.
The search for the basic necessities of life in a field landscape
Bare landscapes have the advantage that traces can be clearly visible. These tracks can guide you to a source of water. Rivers and streams are a gathering place for all kinds of game. The different types of vegetation have a preference for a specific area. There is much to learn from the environment by paying attention to these kinds of details. This simplifies the search for berries and similar foods. It is vital to know what is edible. There may be poisonous plants present. When you decide to eat an animal, make sure to remove the animal’s head and limbs. It is best to eat small animals and insects such as snails, maggots and worms. These animals cannot be poisonous.