Outdoor Skills

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Signaling for Help

Your survival strategy is to be rescued! Be visible!

Signal Devices Tips for using: Keep in mind:
Flares: Can be seen at a distance
  • only a few shots available
  • combustible and could cause fires
Mirror: Endless resource for signaling
  • must have sunlight
Whistle: 3 Blasts every few minutes; can signal constantly
  • rescuers need to be close
Signal Fires: Need to be 10 feet apart using green, smoky fuel
  • rain or snow may inhibit fire
Ground Symbols: Use rock or logs on high, open ground  

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