Outdoor Winter Survival

Surviving the wilderness in the bitter cold is not for the faint of heart. Record low temperatures could create the need for emergency shelters, especially if you find yourself outdoors and fear exposure.

Your Top Priorities In a Cold Environment

Your primary concerns in such an unforgiving environment is shelter and water. You want to ensure you can maintain your body heat. One small mistake such as accidently losing a glove or eye protection can cause detrimental issues like hypothermia, frostbite and even snow blindness. In addition, the clothing layers you wear outdoors could make all the difference in the world. Proper layers insulate and prevent heat loss, and in an emergency situation, you may need to improvise and find what is around you to maintain a proper body temperature. For example, dry leaves could be used as an emergency layer of insulation if you are concerned with hypothermia.

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