Winter weather.. dress for it
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Winter Weather,, Friend or Foe
Layers are the most effective way to beat the cold, and Remember this is very important when sleeping outdoors in the winter too.
Winter weather.. dress for it
Winter weather.. dress for it
Why does this happen..??
As a Paramedic for a rural county with a large portion of National Forest we see our share of accidents and illness take place with the visiting public.
I am still confused as to how so called Hunters who claim to be "all knowing' in the wilderness ways find themselves in harms way without any equipment besides a gun and a knife.
Recently we had an event where a hunter was injured by an ax, NO FIRST AID KIT, No directions, No land marks.. nothing.. only information was in the woods in the area of "xxxx road", now the problem here is that "xxxx" road is a long road surrounded by 1000 acres of hardwood national forest with no road signs.
Over the next few post we will cover some key points about preparing a safe and functional outdoors event and the things needed to make sure your equipped to handle most emergencies that may occur.
I am still confused as to how so called Hunters who claim to be "all knowing' in the wilderness ways find themselves in harms way without any equipment besides a gun and a knife.
Recently we had an event where a hunter was injured by an ax, NO FIRST AID KIT, No directions, No land marks.. nothing.. only information was in the woods in the area of "xxxx road", now the problem here is that "xxxx" road is a long road surrounded by 1000 acres of hardwood national forest with no road signs.
Over the next few post we will cover some key points about preparing a safe and functional outdoors event and the things needed to make sure your equipped to handle most emergencies that may occur.
Monday, December 1, 2014
The mental picture
The less a man carries in his pack, the more he must carry in his head.
A Rescuer cannot go by book training alone. It is best for him to carry sound general principles in his head, and training in his pocket.
The larger the process and equipment, the more skill it takes to manage it, and the more pleasure one gets in his achievements.
A Rescuer cannot go by book training alone. It is best for him to carry sound general principles in his head, and training in his pocket.
The larger the process and equipment, the more skill it takes to manage it, and the more pleasure one gets in his achievements.
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Friday, November 14, 2014
Search is an Emergency
Search is an Emergency, the lost person can move significant distances causing the Search area to grow every hour. Getting TRAINED SAR personnel on scene and in the field can reduce your Search area by using search tactics combined with Search Management and lost/missing person profiling. Search is no place for Ego and turf battles, your ability to plan and manage an effective search can saves lives.
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Sunday, November 9, 2014
Saturday, November 8, 2014
The ABLE 1 System
A- Adapt and Analyze - Critical thinking skills are an absolute mus have in our environment.
B- Build on your skills- Never stop learning, always go the extra distance to gain knowledge.
L- Lead effectively- Failure to lead will cause significant and catastrophic failure in an emergency.
E- Equipped and Prepared- Have what you need when you need it, but be prepared to go back to basic skills if necessary to accomplish your mission.
1- Self, Partner,Victim - YOU are the #1 resource and the most important key to any
emergency situation.
B- Build on your skills- Never stop learning, always go the extra distance to gain knowledge.
L- Lead effectively- Failure to lead will cause significant and catastrophic failure in an emergency.
E- Equipped and Prepared- Have what you need when you need it, but be prepared to go back to basic skills if necessary to accomplish your mission.
1- Self, Partner,Victim - YOU are the #1 resource and the most important key to any
emergency situation.
Thursday, November 6, 2014
FRS vs GMRS..
Winter is around the corner and outdoor activities are on the rise. Whether you are camping with your buddies or taking your family out to an amusement park, a set of 2-way radios can be handy to keep everyone in touch.
FRS and GMRS radios can also be essential to have on hand in case of emergency, we really like the Motorola MT350R. Its robust, as a 35 mi. range, receives NOAA weather radio, and has a built in LED flashlight. See more here: http://tinyurl.com/kxs9txs
Do you already have radios? If so, which ones do you recommend?
FRS and GMRS radios can also be essential to have on hand in case of emergency, we really like the Motorola MT350R. Its robust, as a 35 mi. range, receives NOAA weather radio, and has a built in LED flashlight. See more here: http://tinyurl.com/kxs9txs
Do you already have radios? If so, which ones do you recommend?
Practicing primitive skills
Have you ever started a fire using only primitive skills and tools?
image: http://tinyurl.com/o89kuad
image: http://tinyurl.com/o89kuad
Trekking Poles more than meets the eye..
Although mostly associated with recreational hikes, trekking poles can greatly enhance your capability to traverse rough terrain for longer distances. They also help when carrying heavy loads and can act as impromptu weapon as well. Are trekking poles a part of your bug out plan?
Check out the Black Diamond First Strike here: http://tinyurl.com/obsfhpz
Check out the Black Diamond First Strike here: http://tinyurl.com/obsfhpz
Rescue skills must be practiced..
There is no substitute for training and practice. This video shows a practice rescue at height with basic equipment, The use of basic skills is many times forgotten with the possession of other tools which may or may not be needed for the unfolding incident.
The use of “other” equipment has its place; but with a solid knowledge of basic and direct rescue skills the rescuer can complete the rescue without major changes in a rescue system.
Create a plan, execute the plan, re evaluate as you proceed with the rescue, any changes can be made during the evolution without changing the pace of the rescue evolution.
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Wilderness Survival and the 5 C's of survival
There are several must have items when you consider wilderness survival, these are called the 10 C’s. The First 5 can get you through most wilderness events with the proper mind set and training. This blog contains many of the things you MUST know to survive in a wilderness or Urban setting when SHTF
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