Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 1: Create a Customized Survival Kit
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Afraid of getting lost on a hike? In this article, you can read how to make your own survival kit.

Steps

Method 1 of 1: Create a Customized Survival Kit

1. 1 Get a lunchbox and a shoulder bag or three-pocket backpack. This is where you put everything you need.
2. 2 Put the necessary:
   • A bottle of water
   • Lightweight nylon cord (about 8 meters)
   • Bandages, bandages
   • Lighter
   • Matches
   • Small jar
   • Whistle
   • Multifunctional knife
3. 3 Then find these items:
   • Blanket or plaid
   • First aid kit
   • 1 meter aluminum foil (for cooking, signaling, collecting water)
   • Magnifying glass
   • Cotton balls (cotton wool)
   • Safety pins
   • Insect repellent
   • Scotch
   • Torch
   • Triangular bandages
   • Compass
   • Mirror
   • Gloves
   • Raincoat
   • Handle
   • Small notepad
4. 4 Put all of these items in your bag or backpack. Pack them as tightly as possible.
   • If you think you might need something else, take it with you, but consider if it will break on the road.
5. 5 Ready.

Tips

• If you are lost STOP. Stop, think, take a look around the situation and plan further actions. Use common sense.
• Probably the most important but unpredictable item you pack is the whistle. He can be very helpful! Blowing a whistle instead of yelling can take longer and more likely to attract the attention of rescuers.
• Do not wear cotton clothing when hiking. Cotton absorbs water well, which makes your clothes useless, and in the worst case, leads to hypothermia. Your clothing should be made of wool or polyester.
• Spray the cotton wool with insect spray to burn better.
• Take an ax or a large knife, which will come in handy.
• Remember: first and foremost the essentials!

Warnings

• Never get lost on purpose. Use common sense.
• Don't play with fire.
• Keep your survival kit out of the reach of children.

What do you need

• Blanket or plaid
• Bottle of water
• First aid kit
• 1 meter of aluminum foil
• Small tube of super glue
• Signal flares
• Magnifier
• Water filter
• Cotton balls (cotton wool)
• 7 safety pins
• Insect spray
• Mosquito repellent stick
• Scotch
• Torch
• Knife sharpener
• Bandanas
• Compass
• Whistle
• Signal mirror
• Raincoat
• Pen
• Small notepad
• Bottle of water
• Lamp and radio with autonomous power supply
• "Dry ration" that does not spoil and is ready to eat