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I've been told it's not good to put oil on a burn. The fever in the wound creates an environment that's pretty much like a frying pan. You end up cooking the wound.
Just saying up here in the PNW (Portland Oregon for me) we have firs and pines and not much in the Deciduous tree area out in the "sticks". Just saying there is a video on artic survival for the Air Force back in the 50's/60's and even if you "bag" a bunny they don't have the fat that we need to survive. So even with an unlimated supplies of rabbits you will starve to death even in the artic. th-cam.com/video/kL40ugFWYf0/w-d-xo.html
@clarencesmith2305 Actually...... no matter where you are you can starve on a diet of just rabbit. That's because your body uses up more calories processing the meat than you get from eating it. I believe this is one of the main reasons rabbit is not kosher. For each animal that's considered to be non-kosher (aka "unclean") there's a reason behind it. YHWH doesn't make up rules just to watch people jump through hoops to follow them. He has a reason for everything.
Wrap hockey tape around the knife handle because the contact between the skin and the metal of the handle is very uncomfortable. Also, ice can form on the handle, the tape makes it less slippery. The lighter, it is better to wear around the neck, so it remains warm. When it’s cold, the gas lights up less well, and our fingers quickly freeze and it becomes very difficult to roll the ignition wheel. The ferrorod, I recommend it longer, to be more easily handled with gloves. Lots of chapstick, to put on the lips, but also on the cheeks and on the fingertips near the nails. Sorry for the novel... Happy Christmas to all and greetings from Quebec
Good information and there are some good comments. Just a thought on the signaling, in todays environment the bright orange or red colors may be quite helpful, but in a SHTF environment, we common folks, probably won’t have aircraft looking us. Maybe the bright red surveyor tape may be considered for SHTF conditions. RLTWll
The Jello packs are often carried by SAR folks & are given to folk's who are found that have very little energy left.A hot drink of Jello will get you moving! I carry a few incense sticks for dual purpose of a punk for fire & the un-natural scent that travels through the wind,to better the chances of being found or located.Many Thanks for this valuable info Andrew,Cheers!
I read that after a big meal, blood goes to the stomach for digestion, leaving the extremities like feet and hands with less circulation, and you need some sugar to generate energy.
I like to put a 5/8" O-ring around my lighter. Fits up under the thumb igniter piece to prevent the button from being unnecessarily pushed and wasting fluid. 😁👍
I love your videos bud. Always something useful for me. I'm a 61 year old disabled man that lives in an Astro cargo van. Every day is survival. Thank you 👍
I would never use petroleum jelly on a burn injury. It can actually cause the burn injury to "cook" even more and turn a 2nd degree burn into a 3rd degree burn. This happened to my mom when she used vaseline to treat a burn, and ended up needing skin grafts because of it.
Some years back, my bro was trying to start a BBQ. He got frustrated and threw a cup of gasoline on the coals which blew up in his face causing severe burns. My mom got tea bags, soaked them in water then covered his face with them while taking him to the hospital. The doctor was amazed how little scarring there was since the tea apparently stopped the flesh damage. There is a NIH article that backs this treatment: Effect of green tea on the second degree burn wounds in rats . . . Various studies indicate that the green tea has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties. Moreover, a few studies have been carried out that demonstrate beneficial effects of green tea on burned patients.
I'm not a doctor, always contact a health professional for medical advice, but what they've always taught me is: When treating burns: FIRST WATER, THE REST COMES AFTER: First you need to cool down the exposed surface with clean, lukewarm to cold preferrably streaming (tap)water (you want it to be as cool as possible without causing hypothermia) for AT LEAST 20 minutes (yes, the full 1200 seconds, count them because it seems an eternity, then add a few hundred to be sure). After that nothing should be making things worse by 'internal cooking'. If you got an ambulance incoming for severe burns you don't add anything because the doctors will need to wash it out to start treatment. If it's something you can treat yourself you can apply a vaseline covering like he showed to keep the surface clean. I prefer the green gauze called Biogaze because it also contains thyme extract to prevent fungal infection, and it smells awesome, but it's probably hard to find outside Belgium. Some apply isobetadine or flammazine but there you have to be carefull because the metals may accumulate and hinder the healing process. For deep burns or large surfaces relative to the body size (kid showered with cup of coffee f.e.), you really should see a doctor in any case. To help with scarring after the wound has healed you can try 'udder cream' (a moisturizer farmers put on the udders of cows, but it's for humans too: I used to use it as a hand cream when working with acids all day in the lab), it keeps scars from hardening.
They say that the sea dye marker that is used by downed aviators to stain the surface of the water a neon green… also works when applied to snow. This dye can be obtained as a civilian from Amazon or plumbers supply stores as a chemical they use to trace water running through piping. Same exact chemical but you can buy it in bulk/larger quantities. I have carried it while scuba diving in a “soda bottle blank” (a 2 liter soda bottle before it’s heated and expanded). The blanks are pretty much indestructible and waterproof and work well to secure the dye until needed. Might be overkill unless you’re actually kayaking or boating on the ocean or Great Lakes. But the info might be useful for someone. Cheers.
@@CptZimmerFrame much appreciated information. Thanks. Do you happen to know if the preforms come in various sizes? Like for a 2 liter vs a 1 liter. I said 2 liter but I’m not 100% certain which size I actually have. I got a box of them from Goodwill and love them. They’re useful for storing all sorts of things.
We used Orange powder/crystals from a Brit ration pack to mark the snow as expedient. Black cream under the eyes to cut reflection from cheek bones as defence against snow blindness too, can use charcoal from the fire etc (being mindful of frostbite risk too) Ironically the worst cases of frostbite i have seen and snow blindness were on a POC skin he also had very low Vitamin D3. In one pouch 1 also carry Charcoal (vegetable) tablets for gut problems and gas just in case. lol, vitamin tablets, along with re-hydrate electrolyte powders, glucose tablets (Dextrosol), boiled sweets, tea, coffee and chocolate powder/milk/sugar mix in easy open containers, jerky, high energy survival biscuits, muesli bars, choc fruit nut bars, soup powder, nougat with fruit and nut, egg powder, potato powder, bouillon cubes, some condiments paprika/onion/salt, paprika. Small easily packed items. Titanium spork with taped handle. in my survival/ sustenance belt pouch, with components of a broken down ratpack (Brit) With my water bottle (nalgene military style) and metal mug, purifiers, 4 oxo cubes, 2 soup, tea/milk/sugar stick, coffee/milk/sugar stick, choc/milk/sugar stick, 1 pk fruit biscuits, 1 pack plain, 2 dark choc bars, plastic spoon. Underneath a small tin with 4 fire fuel cubes. Lighter taped and tied to the pouch. That is in case i need it all together quickly, (as i have survived in the mountains of Wales with a broken ankle in a blizzard very high winds and down to -10) which i did with very cold fingers hence the concentration of items. My second water bottle pouch has metal single wall water bottle, metal mug, purifiers, spoon, Millbank bag, oven gloves (pair), (great for holding a hot metal mug when you need to drink in a hurry), plastic OG 500 ml mug upside down over the bottle (saves on burned lips and you can use the metal mug to boil more water while drinking. Wash cloth, green scourer pad, small tube wash anywhere liquid soap for hygiene or cleaning mugs etc, toothbrush, and odd pieces of rations etc I also have two more pouches at the back with various kit, and a medical pack on my left side all on the belt with lightweight harness. Bear in mind i use quite large belt pouches. Nice video, always enjoy your videos without fail, 110%, stay safe, healthy, lucky and wise and hope that peace reigns supreme everywhere, we do not need more wars. All the best to all here.
I carry a white pillow case for a water generator with snow,folded up takes little room and can be used for lots of thing..love this channel and comments!
Thank you Andrew for the effort you have gone to to show and use white camouflage for tools and resources used in the northern hemisphere winter environment This is evidence of your professional approach to military survival. You don't just say it, you show it. In the SA bush war there was no snow but it was ESSENTIAL to cammy up all tools and resources to avoid being observed and ambushed. Blades were also cammied up, as well as watch crystals, binocs, etc, to avoid any reflective glare. From one infantry and marine major to another, from a different era, I salute you. It's in the small things, the details, that one can see you are a professional and an outstanding instructor. Bravo Zulu!
How does it help with your cold or flu? My mother in law used to use this when she was alive (and I was a young bride, I’m now 61). I regret not asking her about it years ago…
I've definitely been putting money into clothing more than dedicated sleep items....So I'll take a wool sweater and puffy jacket over wool blanket & sleeping bag...Use the saved weight to add more socks, wool scarf, heating items, etc
Great video. If I could suggest, putting a list of the supplies that you show in your videos at the beginning of the comments section for us with poor memory. Thanks.
Great pointers. Thank you. A washcloth sewn on to a bandanna would help insulate the face in cold weather. By wetting down a bandanna with a washcloth sewn on to, it,we would protect our lungs from smoke and heat while fighting forest fires. One can also use it to collect dew drops when water is scarce.
I’ve added Mylar ponchos to my kits, including car kits. Started as a way to put shelter in kits for grandkids. Something they could use easily. But I soon realized the versatility of a poncho in addition to Mylar blanket, especially if moving rather than staying static. Even adding a heat reflecting layer between insulation layer and outer layer.
I bought ponchos that has mylar on the inside already, dark green. At Walmart for 5 or 6 bucks. They're 2 to 3 times thicker than the cheap clear ones. I carry both.
Mylar blankets are worthless , except as a wind breaker or a waterproof barrier. As far as reflecting radiant body heat, N0T so much. Any time the shiny surface directly touches any other surface the reflective properties become null and void. Mylar blankets also trap water vapor and cause condensation.
I change up the gear in my truck and packs every season. It is an opportunity to inspect gear, replenish anything used up, and make additions/deletions for the new season. I was doing my fall-to-winter changeover and found moths or something had eaten the center of my shemagh. The lesson I learned was not to leave my gear bag wide open for long periods and to continue inspecting my gear. I dig the Jell-O hack. Great video as always, sir.
I like to wrap some cotton or paper towel around the match sticks of my matches when dipping them in wax. It doesn't take up much more room and adds additional burn time to regular matches.
Good vid. It's fun seeing how other people execute on these kits. I cover most of the same bases in mine, but the details just vary slightly. For instance, I pack three tea candles instead of the one big one and use a folding saw instead of the chain. Great tip on the chapstick lighter braid tho! Adding that!
Jello in a winter survival kit is brilliant! As a food source or a nav/ signaling aid... I do appreciate your comments on colour of kit dependent on your situation. For most civilians I believe the scenario will most likely be that of rescue. So most , if not all your items should be of a high contrast to your environment. Look a most SAR TECHS & you'll notice most of their kit is blaze orange in non conflict roles.
@@Goomba531everyone is entitled to learn from mistakes, you should be asking the same of Tim Walz who just ran for vice president, he made a career on stolen valor…
I learned the water pouch /body heat trick the hard way. Mountain hiking in sub zero temperatures made all my canteen water freeze. I made something similar with paracord, duck tape, and a plastic bag. I was actually hot from physical exertion so it didn't take long to melt. Now I carry water in a thermos bottle, nested in an insulated bag.
Being a civilian, I've always respected your videos and info. So, there is one thing I would love to see you cover. Because of my job, I could be 200 miles from home at any given time. I've built a GHB and map planed ways home, like following RXR tracks. But being 60 yrs old with bad knees, it'll take me longer to get there than it would you. I'm good with that fact. But I am real interested in how you would put together a pack for this scenario in the winter. If you could give it some thought, I'd appreciate it.
In the winter, carry nothing white. Colored tape (or even better reflective tape) makes things easier to find in snow. I love to use the reflective tape on black surfaced items like flashlights because those are easier to find on low light in darkness. Of course, disregard all of these thoughts if you are on the run and trying to stay hidden !
Good collection of winter survival items. Yet I would add to any winter kit something what keeps you warm whiles moving around. A shemag or bandana is surely required but not enough as it keeps only head/neck warm, so one should think of something what you can easily transport and add to the (hopefully warm) winter clothes you already wear. My choice is usually a pashmina shawl which can be wrapped around the body (under the vest) or work as a blanket, or if that is not available at least an airplane blanket (one of these blankets used during air travels, sometimes they are sold by the airlines themselves or on eBay or so), or a small microfibre blanket. What might also help to give you an additional wind protection and at least an additional outer layer (even though there is no real isolation provided by the material itself) is one of these disposable suits / coveralls made out of Tyvek which are used in construction or in laboratories, hospitals etc. They are very light weight (usually something < 200 g) and even available in white (what might be useful in snow - or not, depending on the situation) and of very low volume, fitting easily in every rucksack (maybe even in your little pouch). They are sold as disposable but can be used many times, of course. And btw. this Tyvek material is IMHO in general a highly recommendable material for many outdoor purposes, e.g. it is very common among UL hikers which use pieces in the right size as ground sheet or tarp, yet I never have seen it used in survival or bushcraft contexts (at least not on youtube) - maybe you should give it a try. It is very light and durable and besides using it as said it can be used for so many other uses like transporting firewood and so on.
I have a two-part jacket with the inner jacket having a hood and the outer jacket having a hood and if it’s really cold, I use a welding helmet liner inside that and sometimes a face mask. Have a warm day and a cool attitude.
A wrist loop lanyard on your knife allows more leverage as you grip the butt and snap your wrist to cut branches, etc. Safer, and less chance to drop & lose. Deep snow is a devil to find things in. I prefer a stamped steel small hatchet to a knife, and have made lunch beds of pine branches in snow many times. A small hatchet can be used like an ulu knife also.
Honey is an incredible scrape, cut and minor burn application and it's a good energy supply. You can make your own honey bandages. Thanks for the useful info.
Moisture absorber packets are helpful whenever i packed items for long periods of time. They usually have them at s local dollar store, keeping any moisture away is what i try to do, 👍
I have a few suggestions. Easter egg dye for marking direction in snow. Red handkerchief for signaling. Hot chocolate powder sleeves. Chocolate candy for calories. Folding saw, instead of axe.
Good vid. Thanks for the tips. Regarding protection of hands, in winter weather I've had the skin of my large knuckles crack to the point where I could see blood deep in the cracks.
Excellent tips for cold weather comfort & survival. I hope that when warmer weather comes, a video may be posted aimed at channel followers who reside in deep southern or tropical climate conditions.. Our subdivision is located on the General Douglas MacArthur national hi-way (Rt2) on Luzon island Philippines. We takes our young troops across town and into the edge of jungle conditions. A little kid can get lost for real if they do not listen. Yes, this old Northerner has learned a lot about tropical survival over the past thirteen (13) years of retirement. I believe there is always more knowledge to be had if a person has the desire.
Those Artic canteen cups are awesome ! Got a guy to make a lid for mine and that improved boil time and fuel efficiency. The shape makes them great for slipping into a pocket , or , packing in a rucksack. Happy Trails !
I always enjoy seeing the pocket contents shows because IMO it's the most important. I'll always have my pockets with me. They go everywhere I do without fail. Thanks for the video ❤
Regarding the flashlight wrapped in duct tape, one further use for the wrapping is that if you need to free up both hands, you can hold the light between your teeth without needing to see a dentist afterwards. (This is a very old trick.) As an aside, that Leatherman pouch seems to fit so well against that fixed blade's sheath, that I think it's past time someone manufactured a knife-and-multitool combo like that.
I remember watching a show on Discovery called Special Ops Mission with Wil Willis, there was a particular episode where they did a winter recon op and he insisted that powdered Jell-O was one of the best things to bring in your kit in that weather. That always stuck with me for some reason.
Always interesting. Good suggestions for modifications to the survival kit. Always carry the big knife! Also the Snack in the pocket and some hard candy. Good video!
Sir, I like a little compressible oblong camp pillow that I can wear behind the neck under a poncho or anorak to help keep neck and shoulders totally warm and so also have a pillow already in position when I need to recline and rest. A huge asset.
Carry a 1 inch by 4 ft ribbon in a bright color. Tie the ribbon to the lanyard hole on your knife, so when drop the knife in the snow you won't have to wait till the snow melts to find it.
Color contrast all your small items to keep them from getting lost as easily! Blowing a whistle or building a fire you’re not trying to hide so they just as well can be a very bright color! Brightly colored ribbons as a tail for finding them in deep snow is a very good idea that I plan on stealing immediately. Anything on the outside of your pack or worn on the outside of your clothing should be a low profile color/texture of course, but camouflage on most of the rest of it is counterproductive!
Your videos never cease to be creative! I guess to be a survivor is to be ingenious. I never would have thought of jell-o's powder being used in a survival situation. Red snow! I'll avoid the yellow snow, though. Awesome video as always, Andrew!😎
Get a Molle harness for your K9. They can easily carry a couple small molle packs. Don't forget a good pair of dog boots too, ones with velcro straps. The Doggie boots are critical for winter, summer, or rough terrain, so your K9 friend stays healthy.
This question for the Ranger isn't about his edc kit/s. With the current war in Europe/ Middle East and now the recent drone issue in conus, drones, robots, etc are outfitted with all sorts of sensors like thermal optics, millimeter wave technology, etc. The question is, are there any known cloaking strategies or clothing/material options that we can employ into our EDC? In case we find ourselves running around trying to avoid drones/ robots. A simple search on the interwebs will show the devastating effects of drone warfare both on machines and on men. I think this subject is not very well covered by our retired Vet's and content creators and any real knowledge of avoidance would be much appreciated. Thank you
There are a few videos out there. But defeating thermal imagers is a very deliberate action. And somewhat specific kit, not an edc type kit. Researching how they work and learning your environment can be helpful.
The emergency blanket carried in this kit will block your thermal signature from a drone camera. Probably the best use would be to incorporate it in the roof of a shelter so if they're using a thermal/normal camera split view the shelter can be camouflaged over the blanket. Always keep one on your person too, in case you can't get back to your shelter.
@jasonprairie9968 Indeed, however it would be logical to have a potential option in one's EDC kit. As it would appear that a new threat has emerged. How long before those peaceful truck operators become peaceful drone operators? We've seen those peaceful trucks all over Europe/USA for the past few years mostly during Christmas time from a certain peaceful ideology. That said having the knowledge on avoidance either in one's kit or strategies could be the difference from breathing or not.
We're bordering on luxury here, but if you had room in a vehicle/pack is a product called O'Keefes Working Hands skin moisturizer. It treats the cracks and dry skin mentioned in the video and weighs next to nothing.
A small improvement to the snowgogles is to blacken the inside to reduce the glare. While at the Arctic Radar station, I lined my m-65 with a mylar blanket. It stopped the wind going through the fabric. Add some surveying tape for signaling. Merry Christmas. 🌲🇺🇲 1-20🎉
Winter Ranger!!! PLEASE! For the love of God! Will you please do a video of weapons maintenance, storage, and lubrication? SO many conflicting opinions.
might consider adding pair of wool socks and bread bags to that kit or in a pocket in the winter. You dont want wet feet/toes in a sub zero situation so having some good thick wool socks to swap out after a hike will help a ton, and you can also use them as emergency mittens. and you can put the sandwich bags over your dry socks and help keep the hands and feet dry. also some packet hand warmers are dead useful. can put one on the abdomen under a coat and help keep core temp up.
Yes, eat the meat and the fat and every bit of connective tissue that comes with it. Going into ketosis _(I did NOT say ketoacidosis_ - hard to do unless you have a medical condition) creates more body heat. Avoid carbohydrates if possible, they will just make you feel hungrier. thanks for the video and ideas.
I had a Greek chef show me that a slice of tomato on a burn can alleviate the burn and prevent it from blistering. Or ketchup it's tomato based and it works.
Surprised that you suggested eating snow. I thought that the current advice is to let snow melt in a container using your body heat/the plastic bag that you showed, then drink it. Is that not correct?
Im a big fan, however you missed many items and talking points. I was stranded at 3,000 feet elevation for eight days during a 18 degree blizzard. I had imagination and Army Winter Survival Handbook. Would love if you interviewed me. Key things you missed, Umbrella to block wind and a small cooking pot to warm up the wet kindling. Never drink or eat off a hot metal surface. My Tarp was windbreaker and area for firewood to stay dry. Day four I was taking a hot bathe and slurping powdered goats milk with powdered honey out of the Sauce Pan. Always collect Firewood in Underwear and Rain Boots for the cold was priceless. Also Nitrate gloves will protect big time from Cold Wind, Water and Major Heat. Cast iron makes a great heater. This was the beginning of my 638 day survival training... I got off Mountain and went on a 24,000 mile trip to learn to Camp everywhere. The Desert was the most difficult. No moisture and no fire. I had gallons of water ready for that trip.
You need two things to survive: hydration and sleep. Everything else is secondary. Hydration requires water purification. Sleep requires warmth and shelter. This kit is inadequate for both. If you are going out on a day hike where there is a possibility of getting lost and spending the night, then you need your full camping kit: tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad, water purification method and water carrying capacity. These small EDC and Altoid can style survival kits are inadequate. They contain some of the essentials but do not address the two requirements of survival: hydration and sleep. I have a lengthy video that discusses this. In short: your "survival kit" is your everyday camping kit. You take it with you anytime you go out.
Something you missed- ice spikes. In their most skeletonized and minimal form, they are just big nails. Or wrap them in duct tape or bit of dowel to make handles that work with gross motor skills plus gloves. You don't want them real sharp, because you put on each in jacket pockets. If you go through ice, often you can see the hole, but you can't get a grip- hypothermia takes longer than drowning. These let you get a "fingernail" into the ice to pull yourself out. Also think you're whatifing yourself in a mental corner with these white lanyards- if you're that worried about being seen, flashlights and lighters are going to be a greater telltale than a red lanyard that you can see in the snow. As is, if you drop these items, you're going to need to find them by touch.
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I've been told it's not good to put oil on a burn. The fever in the wound creates an environment that's pretty much like a frying pan. You end up cooking the wound.
Just saying up here in the PNW (Portland Oregon for me) we have firs and pines and not much in the Deciduous tree area out in the "sticks". Just saying there is a video on artic survival for the Air Force back in the 50's/60's and even if you "bag" a bunny they don't have the fat that we need to survive. So even with an unlimated supplies of rabbits you will starve to death even in the artic. th-cam.com/video/kL40ugFWYf0/w-d-xo.html
@clarencesmith2305 Actually...... no matter where you are you can starve on a diet of just rabbit. That's because your body uses up more calories processing the meat than you get from eating it. I believe this is one of the main reasons rabbit is not kosher. For each animal that's considered to be non-kosher (aka "unclean") there's a reason behind it. YHWH doesn't make up rules just to watch people jump through hoops to follow them. He has a reason for everything.
Wrap hockey tape around the knife handle because the contact between the skin and the metal of the handle is very uncomfortable. Also, ice can form on the handle, the tape makes it less slippery. The lighter, it is better to wear around the neck, so it remains warm. When it’s cold, the gas lights up less well, and our fingers quickly freeze and it becomes very difficult to roll the ignition wheel. The ferrorod, I recommend it longer, to be more easily handled with gloves. Lots of chapstick, to put on the lips, but also on the cheeks and on the fingertips near the nails. Sorry for the novel... Happy Christmas to all and greetings from Quebec
Thank you !! 👍
All very useful advice!
Alaska here good ideas thanks😊
I appreciate your tips! You live in Quebec, you know about cold weather. So we appreciate any extra tips you can share.
Good information and there are some good comments.
Just a thought on the signaling, in todays environment the bright orange or red colors may be quite helpful, but in a SHTF environment, we common folks, probably won’t have aircraft looking us. Maybe the bright red surveyor tape may be considered for SHTF conditions.
RLTWll
The Jello packs are often carried by SAR folks & are given to folk's who are found that have very little energy left.A hot drink of Jello will get you moving! I carry a few incense sticks for dual purpose of a punk for fire & the un-natural scent that travels through the wind,to better the chances of being found or located.Many Thanks for this valuable info Andrew,Cheers!
Olfactory signals? I like it!
I've never thought about using scent as a locator.... That's genius. Thanks man.
I read that after a big meal, blood goes to the stomach for digestion, leaving the extremities like feet and hands with less circulation, and you need some sugar to generate energy.
@@pepelemoko01 fat is better.
@@pepelemoko01 i never thought about why, but i am always cold after i eat dinner.
As a search and rescue worker in the Sierras, we carried jello as a hot drink booster to feed hyp orthermic folks we find.
I like to put a 5/8" O-ring around my lighter. Fits up under the thumb igniter piece to prevent the button from being unnecessarily pushed and wasting fluid. 😁👍
Great idea, I use a small cable tie.
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Me too, and after research I found out that the thumb piece is called the forks.
Couple of turns of a hair elastic ring might work - 20 for $1 at a 99 cent store.
I used rubber band, but o-ring is more durable. Good one!!
I love your videos bud. Always something useful for me. I'm a 61 year old disabled man that lives in an Astro cargo van.
Every day is survival. Thank you 👍
Every day IS survival isn't it. Watch your six bro. 👍🏻
@beachbumseaglass it is. Thank you 😊 you too
Be careful down by the river ,brother
I can relate Brother. A simple fall can leave one stranded in a life threatening situation.
Best Wishes!
Hey, Pard!! 63 and disabled (back) as well...I get it! All the best!!!
I would never use petroleum jelly on a burn injury. It can actually cause the burn injury to "cook" even more and turn a 2nd degree burn into a 3rd degree burn. This happened to my mom when she used vaseline to treat a burn, and ended up needing skin grafts because of it.
Right! Never for initial First Aid, and only for minor burns after the burned area has been properly cooled, and never on open burn wounds.
Best thing I've ever used for a burn is breaking open a vitamin E tablet (oil).. also aloe vera (pure/fresh) is soothing.
Most burn kits use water jell. Never seen what we had before.
Some years back, my bro was trying to start a BBQ. He got frustrated and threw a cup of gasoline on the coals which blew up in his face causing severe burns. My mom got tea bags, soaked them in water then covered his face with them while taking him to the hospital. The doctor was amazed how little scarring there was since the tea apparently stopped the flesh damage. There is a NIH article that backs this treatment: Effect of green tea on the second degree burn wounds in rats . . . Various studies indicate that the green tea has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties. Moreover, a few studies have been carried out that demonstrate beneficial effects of green tea on burned patients.
I'm not a doctor, always contact a health professional for medical advice, but what they've always taught me is:
When treating burns:
FIRST WATER, THE REST COMES AFTER:
First you need to cool down the exposed surface with clean, lukewarm to cold preferrably streaming (tap)water (you want it to be as cool as possible without causing hypothermia) for AT LEAST 20 minutes (yes, the full 1200 seconds, count them because it seems an eternity, then add a few hundred to be sure).
After that nothing should be making things worse by 'internal cooking'.
If you got an ambulance incoming for severe burns you don't add anything because the doctors will need to wash it out to start treatment.
If it's something you can treat yourself you can apply a vaseline covering like he showed to keep the surface clean.
I prefer the green gauze called Biogaze because it also contains thyme extract to prevent fungal infection, and it smells awesome, but it's probably hard to find outside Belgium.
Some apply isobetadine or flammazine but there you have to be carefull because the metals may accumulate and hinder the healing process.
For deep burns or large surfaces relative to the body size (kid showered with cup of coffee f.e.), you really should see a doctor in any case.
To help with scarring after the wound has healed you can try 'udder cream' (a moisturizer farmers put on the udders of cows, but it's for humans too: I used to use it as a hand cream when working with acids all day in the lab), it keeps scars from hardening.
They say that the sea dye marker that is used by downed aviators to stain the surface of the water a neon green… also works when applied to snow. This dye can be obtained as a civilian from Amazon or plumbers supply stores as a chemical they use to trace water running through piping. Same exact chemical but you can buy it in bulk/larger quantities. I have carried it while scuba diving in a “soda bottle blank” (a 2 liter soda bottle before it’s heated and expanded). The blanks are pretty much indestructible and waterproof and work well to secure the dye until needed. Might be overkill unless you’re actually kayaking or boating on the ocean or Great Lakes. But the info might be useful for someone. Cheers.
The blanks sold on Amazon as geocache tube's are also good for mini kit's.
They're called Preforms (might be easier to find them online with that word)
Source: I work at a soft drinks factory
"Pyranine" is the chemical dye.
@@CptZimmerFrame much appreciated information. Thanks. Do you happen to know if the preforms come in various sizes? Like for a 2 liter vs a 1 liter. I said 2 liter but I’m not 100% certain which size I actually have. I got a box of them from Goodwill and love them. They’re useful for storing all sorts of things.
@@christoferlarsson4858 thanks for the info. 🙏🏻
We used Orange powder/crystals from a Brit ration pack to mark the snow as expedient.
Black cream under the eyes to cut reflection from cheek bones as defence against snow blindness too, can use charcoal from the fire etc (being mindful of frostbite risk too)
Ironically the worst cases of frostbite i have seen and snow blindness were on a POC skin
he also had very low Vitamin D3.
In one pouch 1 also carry Charcoal (vegetable) tablets for gut problems and gas just in case. lol, vitamin tablets, along with re-hydrate electrolyte powders, glucose tablets (Dextrosol), boiled sweets, tea, coffee and chocolate powder/milk/sugar mix in easy open containers, jerky, high energy survival biscuits, muesli bars, choc fruit nut bars, soup powder, nougat with fruit and nut, egg powder, potato powder, bouillon cubes, some condiments paprika/onion/salt, paprika. Small easily packed items. Titanium spork with taped handle. in my survival/ sustenance belt pouch, with components of a broken down ratpack (Brit)
With my water bottle (nalgene military style) and metal mug, purifiers, 4 oxo cubes, 2 soup,
tea/milk/sugar stick, coffee/milk/sugar stick, choc/milk/sugar stick, 1 pk fruit biscuits, 1 pack plain, 2 dark choc bars, plastic spoon. Underneath a small tin with 4 fire fuel cubes.
Lighter taped and tied to the pouch.
That is in case i need it all together quickly, (as i have survived in the mountains of Wales with a broken ankle in a blizzard very high winds and down to -10) which i did with very cold fingers hence the concentration of items.
My second water bottle pouch has metal single wall water bottle, metal mug, purifiers, spoon, Millbank bag, oven gloves (pair), (great for holding a hot metal mug when you need to drink in a hurry), plastic OG 500 ml mug upside down over the bottle (saves on burned lips and you can use the metal mug to boil more water while drinking. Wash cloth, green scourer pad, small tube wash anywhere liquid soap for hygiene or cleaning mugs etc, toothbrush, and odd pieces of rations etc
I also have two more pouches at the back with various kit, and a medical pack on my left side all on the belt with lightweight harness.
Bear in mind i use quite large belt pouches.
Nice video, always enjoy your videos without fail, 110%, stay safe, healthy, lucky and wise and hope that peace reigns supreme everywhere, we do not need more wars. All the best to all here.
Good ideas😊
Now I'm hungry😂 thanks for the great tips!
Thanks for the tips, going to add to my get and go box.
I carry a white pillow case for a water generator with snow,folded up takes little room and can be used for lots of thing..love this channel and comments!
Thank you Andrew for the effort you have gone to to show and use white camouflage for tools and resources used in the northern hemisphere winter environment This is evidence of your professional approach to military survival. You don't just say it, you show it. In the SA bush war there was no snow but it was ESSENTIAL to cammy up all tools and resources to avoid being observed and ambushed. Blades were also cammied up, as well as watch crystals, binocs, etc, to avoid any reflective glare. From one infantry and marine major to another, from a different era, I salute you. It's in the small things, the details, that one can see you are a professional and an outstanding instructor.
Bravo Zulu!
I still only get bright colored lighters. White lighter getting dropped in the snow would be a nightmare lol
I was thinking the same thing. I don’t plan to be in any escaping and evading situations though. I sure hope not at least 😅
Use duck tape to change color. Duck tape came help start a fire.
@ralph1142 i normally just have a bright lighter wrapped in gorilla tape.
Hot jello is a Michigan favorite when you have a cold or Flu
How does it help with your cold or flu? My mother in law used to use this when she was alive (and I was a young bride, I’m now 61). I regret not asking her about it years ago…
I’ve taken a step back on winter survival. I bought a Great coat. It’s like wearing a blanket.
Like Great Value?
That can make a world of difference.
I've definitely been putting money into clothing more than dedicated sleep items....So I'll take a wool sweater and puffy jacket over wool blanket & sleeping bag...Use the saved weight to add more socks, wool scarf, heating items, etc
Great video. If I could suggest, putting a list of the supplies that you show in your videos at the beginning of the comments section for us with poor memory. Thanks.
NEVER, USE PETROLEUM PRODUCTS ON A BURN, use zinc , A&D ointment, or aloe products. Worked as a paramedic for many years
Pretty sure A&D ointment contains petrolatum. I could be wrong though, check the ingredients for yourself.
Pretty sure A&D base is petroleum jelly
Great pointers. Thank you.
A washcloth sewn on to a bandanna would help insulate the face in cold weather.
By wetting down a bandanna with a washcloth sewn on to, it,we would protect our lungs from smoke and heat while fighting forest fires.
One can also use it to collect dew drops when water is scarce.
I’ve added Mylar ponchos to my kits, including car kits. Started as a way to put shelter in kits for grandkids. Something they could use easily. But I soon realized the versatility of a poncho in addition to Mylar blanket, especially if moving rather than staying static. Even adding a heat reflecting layer between insulation layer and outer layer.
I bought ponchos that has mylar on the inside already, dark green. At Walmart for 5 or 6 bucks. They're 2 to 3 times thicker than the cheap clear ones. I carry both.
Mylar blankets are worthless , except as a wind breaker or a waterproof barrier.
As far as reflecting radiant body heat, N0T so much. Any time the shiny surface directly touches any other surface the reflective properties become null and void.
Mylar blankets also trap water vapor and cause condensation.
I change up the gear in my truck and packs every season. It is an opportunity to inspect gear, replenish anything used up, and make additions/deletions for the new season. I was doing my fall-to-winter changeover and found moths or something had eaten the center of my shemagh. The lesson I learned was not to leave my gear bag wide open for long periods and to continue inspecting my gear. I dig the Jell-O hack. Great video as always, sir.
I like to wrap some cotton or paper towel around the match sticks of my matches when dipping them in wax. It doesn't take up much more room and adds additional burn time to regular matches.
Cool idea taping together the lighter and chapstick w/cotton batting inside the lid for tinder.
Good vid. It's fun seeing how other people execute on these kits. I cover most of the same bases in mine, but the details just vary slightly. For instance, I pack three tea candles instead of the one big one and use a folding saw instead of the chain. Great tip on the chapstick lighter braid tho! Adding that!
Candle under poncho, January 1986, Benning School for Boys and wayward infantrymen
Jello in a winter survival kit is brilliant! As a food source or a nav/ signaling aid... I do appreciate your comments on colour of kit dependent on your situation. For most civilians I believe the scenario will most likely be that of rescue. So most , if not all your items should be of a high contrast to your environment. Look a most SAR TECHS & you'll notice most of their kit is blaze orange in non conflict roles.
Especially in Canada those SARTECHS are something else.
@@robshirewood5060 Real heroes to a lot of people!
From the UK but your channel along with Dave Canterbury's are instant likes even before watching the video because i know they'll be very informative
Isn’t that the guy who got kicked off dual survival for lying about being in the military?
Real
@@Goomba531everyone is entitled to learn from mistakes, you should be asking the same of Tim Walz who just ran for vice president, he made a career on stolen valor…
I learned the water pouch /body heat trick the hard way. Mountain hiking in sub zero temperatures made all my canteen water freeze. I made something similar with paracord, duck tape, and a plastic bag. I was actually hot from physical exertion so it didn't take long to melt. Now I carry water in a thermos bottle, nested in an insulated bag.
Nice presentation. The Jello powder is a blast from the past. We carried it for treating hypothermia, when I was involved in ESAR.
Being a civilian, I've always respected your videos and info. So, there is one thing I would love to see you cover. Because of my job, I could be 200 miles from home at any given time. I've built a GHB and map planed ways home, like following RXR tracks. But being 60 yrs old with bad knees, it'll take me longer to get there than it would you. I'm good with that fact. But I am real interested in how you would put together a pack for this scenario in the winter. If you could give it some thought, I'd appreciate it.
In the winter, carry nothing white. Colored tape (or even better reflective tape) makes things easier to find in snow. I love to use the reflective tape on black surfaced items like flashlights because those are easier to find on low light in darkness. Of course, disregard all of these thoughts if you are on the run and trying to stay hidden !
Good collection of winter survival items.
Yet I would add to any winter kit something what keeps you warm whiles moving around. A shemag or bandana is surely required but not enough as it keeps only head/neck warm, so one should think of something what you can easily transport and add to the (hopefully warm) winter clothes you already wear.
My choice is usually a pashmina shawl which can be wrapped around the body (under the vest) or work as a blanket, or if that is not available at least an airplane blanket (one of these blankets used during air travels, sometimes they are sold by the airlines themselves or on eBay or so), or a small microfibre blanket.
What might also help to give you an additional wind protection and at least an additional outer layer (even though there is no real isolation provided by the material itself) is one of these disposable suits / coveralls made out of Tyvek which are used in construction or in laboratories, hospitals etc. They are very light weight (usually something < 200 g) and even available in white (what might be useful in snow - or not, depending on the situation) and of very low volume, fitting easily in every rucksack (maybe even in your little pouch). They are sold as disposable but can be used many times, of course.
And btw. this Tyvek material is IMHO in general a highly recommendable material for many outdoor purposes, e.g. it is very common among UL hikers which use pieces in the right size as ground sheet or tarp, yet I never have seen it used in survival or bushcraft contexts (at least not on youtube) - maybe you should give it a try. It is very light and durable and besides using it as said it can be used for so many other uses like transporting firewood and so on.
I have a two-part jacket with the inner jacket having a hood and the outer jacket having a hood and if it’s really cold, I use a welding helmet liner inside that and sometimes a face mask. Have a warm day and a cool attitude.
Don't know about survival but a hot mug of Jello can be real nice in the wintertime.
Your channel is a must watch!
I sincerely appreciate your practical and often clever recommendations!
I appreciate the work you do!
Seriously you had me at Jello it didn't take 20 minutes to convince me.👍
A wrist loop lanyard on your knife allows more leverage as you grip the butt and snap your wrist to cut branches, etc. Safer, and less chance to drop & lose. Deep snow is a devil to find things in. I prefer a stamped steel small hatchet to a knife, and have made lunch beds of pine branches in snow many times. A small hatchet can be used like an ulu knife also.
Honey is an incredible scrape, cut and minor burn application and it's a good energy supply. You can make your own honey bandages. Thanks for the useful info.
The Jello idea is great. I'll definitely be adding that to my kits. The same goes for the lighter/Chapstick idea!!
LOL , this video proves,"There's always room for Jell-O.
Moisture absorber packets are helpful whenever i packed items for long periods of time. They usually have them at s local dollar store, keeping any moisture away is what i try to do, 👍
Awesome kit! Thank you as always, Andrew!!
I have a few suggestions. Easter egg dye for marking direction in snow. Red handkerchief for signaling. Hot chocolate powder sleeves. Chocolate candy for calories. Folding saw, instead of axe.
Good vid. Thanks for the tips. Regarding protection of hands, in winter weather I've had the skin of my large knuckles crack to the point where I could see blood deep in the cracks.
This. I worked outdoors in the northeast for over 30 years. It was just a given that my fingers would split open and bleed.
Happens to me every winter ... I work outside and its a battle to keep your hands moisturized
Excellent tips for cold weather comfort & survival. I hope that when warmer weather comes, a video may be posted aimed at channel followers who reside in deep southern or tropical climate conditions.. Our subdivision is located on the General Douglas MacArthur national hi-way (Rt2) on Luzon island Philippines. We takes our young troops across town and into the edge of jungle conditions. A little kid can get lost for real if they do not listen. Yes, this old Northerner has learned a lot about tropical survival over the past thirteen (13) years of retirement. I believe there is always more knowledge to be had if a person has the desire.
Kumusta ka . Find some Igorot people in a Northern kayapa , they'll teach you ,how to survive , what wild foods to eat , medical plants. Suwerte
Those Artic canteen cups are awesome !
Got a guy to make a lid for mine and that improved boil time and fuel efficiency.
The shape makes them great for slipping into a pocket , or , packing in a rucksack.
Happy Trails !
Some brilliant ideas here! Love the lighter and lip balm.
I always enjoy seeing the pocket contents shows because IMO it's the most
important.
I'll always have my pockets
with me. They go everywhere I
do without fail.
Thanks for the video ❤
I started carrying Peppermints in winter. Also try Butter Scotch, Lemon Drops and Root Beer candies. Military survival kits have Coffee Nips candies.
Andrew, excellent information as always. Stay safe brother
Thanks Col. You always give me something to consider for kits
Great video as always, Merry Christmas to you and your family
Regarding the flashlight wrapped in duct tape, one further use for the wrapping is that if you need to free up both hands, you can hold the light between your teeth without needing to see a dentist afterwards. (This is a very old trick.)
As an aside, that Leatherman pouch seems to fit so well against that fixed blade's sheath, that I think it's past time someone manufactured a knife-and-multitool combo like that.
I remember watching a show on Discovery called Special Ops Mission with Wil Willis, there was a particular episode where they did a winter recon op and he insisted that powdered Jell-O was one of the best things to bring in your kit in that weather. That always stuck with me for some reason.
Always interesting. Good suggestions for modifications to the survival kit.
Always carry the big knife!
Also the Snack in the pocket and some hard candy.
Good video!
As always. Excellent video/information. Great job.
Awesome video Andrew!! That chain trick and jello is kick butt!! Keep up the outstanding work 👍
I have a leatherman wingman and I love it. I got in October .edc it every day
Sir, I like a little compressible oblong camp pillow that I can wear behind the neck under a poncho or anorak to help keep neck and shoulders totally warm and so also have a pillow already in position when I need to recline and rest. A huge asset.
Great idea!
Always appreciate your no-nonsense presentation Style
Another fantastic video Andrew, i love the Jell-O signal hack.
I always carry a VS17 panel in the top flap pocket of my ALICE rucksack, but this is gold.. love your videos!
Once again an excellent video thank you
Thanks Andrew🍁I really appreciate your time and effort in making these videos.
Great ideas. Thanks.
Carry a 1 inch by 4 ft ribbon in a bright color. Tie the ribbon to the lanyard hole on your knife, so when drop the knife in the snow you won't have to wait till the snow melts to find it.
Color contrast all your small items to keep them from getting lost as easily! Blowing a whistle or building a fire you’re not trying to hide so they just as well can be a very bright color! Brightly colored ribbons as a tail for finding them in deep snow is a very good idea that I plan on stealing immediately. Anything on the outside of your pack or worn on the outside of your clothing should be a low profile color/texture of course, but camouflage on most of the rest of it is counterproductive!
You read Mors Kochanski
I use bright orange paracord for my lanyards
The ribbon can be tied to trees or brush to show searchers your path
Your videos never cease to be creative! I guess to be a survivor is to be ingenious. I never would have thought of jell-o's powder being used in a survival situation. Red snow! I'll avoid the yellow snow, though. Awesome video as always, Andrew!😎
Kinda surprised you didn't mention using the jello mix to make jello water to stay hydrated. Great info as always.
I used to swim competitively and our coaches would keep jello packs on hand to give us extra energy.
Get a Molle harness for your K9.
They can easily carry a couple small molle packs. Don't forget a good pair of dog boots too, ones with velcro straps. The Doggie boots are critical for winter, summer, or rough terrain, so your K9 friend stays healthy.
This question for the Ranger isn't about his edc kit/s.
With the current war in Europe/ Middle East and now the recent drone issue in conus, drones, robots, etc are outfitted with all sorts of sensors like thermal optics, millimeter wave technology, etc.
The question is, are there any known cloaking strategies or clothing/material options that we can employ into our EDC? In case we find ourselves running around trying to avoid drones/ robots.
A simple search on the interwebs will show the devastating effects of drone warfare both on machines and on men.
I think this subject is not very well covered by our retired Vet's and content creators and any real knowledge of avoidance would be much appreciated.
Thank you
There are a few videos out there. But defeating thermal imagers is a very deliberate action. And somewhat specific kit, not an edc type kit. Researching how they work and learning your environment can be helpful.
The emergency blanket carried in this kit will block your thermal signature from a drone camera.
Probably the best use would be to incorporate it in the roof of a shelter so if they're using a thermal/normal camera split view the shelter can be camouflaged over the blanket. Always keep one on your person too, in case you can't get back to your shelter.
@jasonprairie9968 Indeed, however it would be logical to have a potential option in one's EDC kit. As it would appear that a new threat has emerged. How long before those peaceful truck operators become peaceful drone operators? We've seen those peaceful trucks all over Europe/USA for the past few years mostly during Christmas time from a certain peaceful ideology.
That said having the knowledge on avoidance either in one's kit or strategies could be the difference from breathing or not.
@colinwood8812 Good answer
@@colinwood8812Wrong,it wont hide you….FACT‼️‼️
We're bordering on luxury here, but if you had room in a vehicle/pack is a product called O'Keefes Working Hands skin moisturizer. It treats the cracks and dry skin mentioned in the video and weighs next to nothing.
I use the o' keeffe's healthy feet i think it is better both good
Just a suggestion. Foldable wood saw. Very light weight and effective
I could see me having lots of laughs eating lemon flavored yellow snow in front of the weaker stomached folks. 😂
Class in session 💪🇺🇲
Another great video. Thanks
Sir, Bag Balm is my favorite cold weather hand skin treatment.
A small improvement to the snowgogles is to blacken the inside to reduce the glare. While at the Arctic Radar station, I lined my m-65 with a mylar blanket. It stopped the wind going through the fabric. Add some surveying tape for signaling. Merry Christmas. 🌲🇺🇲 1-20🎉
Tin City and Barter Island, both get a little chilly.
@WhiteBreadThunder-op6in yep, try a 45-minute ride ,in an open mesh tram ride, up to your waist in rime ice. Nice view overlooking Russia.
Great down & dirty updates Major. Merry Christmas & safe New Year from Christmas Island & Australia.
Winter Ranger!!!
PLEASE! For the love of God! Will you please do a video of weapons maintenance, storage, and lubrication?
SO many conflicting opinions.
Dang I thought I knew about a lot of this stuff but I really don’t, this gentleman does. Thanks for sharing this valuable info sir
Wrap the candle in metal foil. That will greatly extend it's life.
might consider adding pair of wool socks and bread bags to that kit or in a pocket in the winter. You dont want wet feet/toes in a sub zero situation so having some good thick wool socks to swap out after a hike will help a ton, and you can also use them as emergency mittens. and you can put the sandwich bags over your dry socks and help keep the hands and feet dry. also some packet hand warmers are dead useful. can put one on the abdomen under a coat and help keep core temp up.
Phenomenal video, it’s absolutely packed with pro tips. Thank you!
Really like these kits, I’m working on a couple of them using a medical mollie pouches, this is working out good, thanks Andrew
Yes, eat the meat and the fat and every bit of connective tissue that comes with it. Going into ketosis _(I did NOT say ketoacidosis_ - hard to do unless you have a medical condition) creates more body heat. Avoid carbohydrates if possible, they will just make you feel hungrier.
thanks for the video and ideas.
I had a Greek chef show me that a slice of tomato on a burn can alleviate the burn and prevent it from blistering. Or ketchup it's tomato based and it works.
Surprised that you suggested eating snow. I thought that the current advice is to let snow melt in a container using your body heat/the plastic bag that you showed, then drink it. Is that not correct?
Love the light weight
Ahh yes the ole Coghlan candle!
Outstanding!
Good video! I especially liked the jello for the color marker in the snow.
Nice info and training as always. Thank you sir. Very fun vid.
Im a big fan, however you missed many items and talking points. I was stranded at 3,000 feet elevation for eight days during a 18 degree blizzard. I had imagination and Army Winter Survival Handbook. Would love if you interviewed me. Key things you missed, Umbrella to block wind and a small cooking pot to warm up the wet kindling. Never drink or eat off a hot metal surface. My Tarp was windbreaker and area for firewood to stay dry. Day four I was taking a hot bathe and slurping powdered goats milk with powdered honey out of the Sauce Pan. Always collect Firewood in Underwear and Rain Boots for the cold was priceless. Also Nitrate gloves will protect big time from Cold Wind, Water and Major Heat. Cast iron makes a great heater. This was the beginning of my 638 day survival training... I got off Mountain and went on a 24,000 mile trip to learn to Camp everywhere. The Desert was the most difficult. No moisture and no fire. I had gallons of water ready for that trip.
Also they sale glow in the dark Tape and Rope.
Good info thanks for sharing
Dammit. Intel is too good. I now have more things to buy. Thank you for the training
Great simple kit man. Learned some new things.
Old Trapper Beef Jerky (protein) comes in a sturdy Ziplock bag good for collecting resources.
You need two things to survive: hydration and sleep. Everything else is secondary. Hydration requires water purification. Sleep requires warmth and shelter. This kit is inadequate for both. If you are going out on a day hike where there is a possibility of getting lost and spending the night, then you need your full camping kit: tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad, water purification method and water carrying capacity. These small EDC and Altoid can style survival kits are inadequate. They contain some of the essentials but do not address the two requirements of survival: hydration and sleep. I have a lengthy video that discusses this. In short: your "survival kit" is your everyday camping kit. You take it with you anytime you go out.
Fantastic information. Thank you so much!
Great information! Thank you for sharing!
Get a small tube of hand lotion to put in one's kit. Carry another in a coat or shirt pocket. Very good video.
Something you missed- ice spikes. In their most skeletonized and minimal form, they are just big nails. Or wrap them in duct tape or bit of dowel to make handles that work with gross motor skills plus gloves. You don't want them real sharp, because you put on each in jacket pockets. If you go through ice, often you can see the hole, but you can't get a grip- hypothermia takes longer than drowning. These let you get a "fingernail" into the ice to pull yourself out. Also think you're whatifing yourself in a mental corner with these white lanyards- if you're that worried about being seen, flashlights and lighters are going to be a greater telltale than a red lanyard that you can see in the snow. As is, if you drop these items, you're going to need to find them by touch.