Survival Tips
If you become lost… 
Sit, Think, Observe, Plan
Remain Calm
- Control your fears and maintain a positive mental attitude, you will be able to think more clearly.
- Being lost is not dangerous if you are prepared.
- Help searchers find you even if you are embarrassed or afraid.
Stay where you are!
- STOP as soon as it is apparent that you are separated from your group, lost, or in trouble.
- People who carry on after becoming lost usually get further from roads and trails, and further from searchers.
- Stay with your boat, even if capsized.
- Remember: DO NOT PANIC .
Assess your situation
- Take stock of equipment, supplies, and your surroundings,
- Then make a plan.
Use a signalling device
- Three (3) of anything (whistle blasts, fires, gunshots) is an internationally recognized distress signal.
- Staying visible will help searchers find you.
Build or seek shelter
- Protect yourself from the rain, wind and excessive sun.
- Build shelter and collect firewood early while you have energy and daylight.
- Insulate yourself from the ground.
- Make sure you are visible to searchers, who may be using helicopters or planes, during daylight hours.