Review a map or Guidebook of the area you are visiting and note special features.
Tell Someone Where You Are Going And When You Expect To Return.
Pack the proper equipment and supplies;Carry essential items in your pocket for use in an emergency.
Sign in on Trailhead registers and stick to your planned route.
If You Do Get Lost:
Stay calm,Do not panic.
S.T.O.P. (Stop, Think,Observe,and Plan.)
Try to return to a familiar location if within reasonable distance;Do not go too far off your original route.
If still lost:STAY PUT,Rescuers will most likely find you within 24 hours.
Blow your Whistle to signal that you are in trouble and need assistance.
Stay warm and dry;put on extra clothing to avoid Hypthermia.
Build a fire to keep warmand to help guide Rescuers to your location.
Drink plenty of water;Do not let yourself get Dehydrated.Make every effort to purify water from natural resources.
Seek some sort of shelter for protection and comfort.
Eat foods to keep your energy,Some Berries,Plants and Insects can be eaten safely;Learn which ones by making this part of your preparation and planning.
If injured,First Aid should be administered as necessary.
SUGGESTED WILDERNESS SURVIVAL KIT ITEMS:
*High Quality Multi-Tool pocket knife* *Compass* *Match safe with Waterproof Matches* *Poncho or Raincoat* *Space Blanket* *Mirror* *Drinking Water* *Flashlight*
*Fire Starter* *Energy Bars* *Small First Aid kit* *Flagging Tape(to mark your trail)* *Whistle* *Water Purification tablets* *Insect Repellent stick* *Chapstick*
Contact Info:
Tillamook County Sheriffs Office
Deputy:Don Taylor-SAR Coordinator
(503)812-8614
