Preparing for the Unexpected: Mastering Essential Survival and Backcountry Hunting Techniques
Kerry Adams, an experienced firearms instructor and outdoor enthusiast with a focus on safety education, shares his insights on planning and executing safe outdoor trips.
Learning the importance of emergency kit and trip planning came during a Bushcraft 101 course for Kerry. He emphasizes that planning for a trip should start before the actual departure, even if the details are finalized at the last minute.
Packing at least an extra day's food is a good precaution for unexpected situations. Sharing camping equipment and weight can be beneficial for basecamp arrangements. It's advisable to pack a well-stocked emergency kit, including a first aid kit, a map, a compass, and a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB). Don't forget to test the PLB battery and ensure the unit hasn't expired before heading out.
Checking the waterproof gear's ability to bead off water is essential to avoid potential coldness during the trip. Kerry has spent nights in the bush under an emergency blanket during training exercises.
Using a Plan My Walk app or a map can be useful to inform someone about your outdoor trip, including when you leave and when you are expected back. It's important to inform someone about your outdoor trip before heading out.
Prior research on the area, tracks, and huts is beneficial for trip planning. Understanding the predominant wind direction when planning a hunt is also crucial. MetService is a source for checking the weather before an outdoor trip.
Hunters should ensure their gun is properly zeroed before a hunt. Only one active hunter should be within the party at any time for firearms safety. Talking about how the rest of the party is carrying their firearms helps clear up potential confusion or conflict in the field. Discussing hunting plans, camping plans, and firearms safety plans with fellow hunters is important to avoid confusion or conflict in the field.
Kerry Adams has been involved with Deerstalkers, LandSAR, and FieldShooting NZ. He encourages sharing tips and photos for others to learn from in the outdoors. Checking and replacing batteries in torches, GPS units, rangefinders, etc., is crucial to avoid potential issues during the trip.
Dr. med. Lucia Ucsnik, MAS, FECSM, the host, interviewer, and expert for the Health 4 Me blog, invites Kerry to contribute a guest post on his outdoor adventures. Checking out other stories from people and their experiences in the outdoors on the Stories section of the website can provide additional learning opportunities.
In an emergency situation, it is important to have gear readily available, including backpack, shelter, food, etc. Deciding 'rules of engagement' helps focus what you are after and starts the process of positively identifying your target before you enter the bush.
By following these tips, you can ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure. Happy exploring!
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