[Surviving The Wild Torrent
Betty Neyhart
Surviving the Wild a.k.a. Riley's Peak is a 2018 American family adventure film directed by Patrick Alessandrin and written by Mark Hefti.[1] It stars Jon Voight, Jamie Kennedy, Vail Bloom, Matt Bevin, and Aidan Cullen.[2] It was released in select theaters across America on January 12, 2018.[3] It was produced by Steven Paul, Patrick Alessandrin, Vail Bloom, Sweta Rai, and Michael Givens.
Against the wishes of his parents (who are in the midst of a messy divorce), a young boy steals the ashes of his dead Grandfather and runs away into the wilderness with his dog. The boy is determined to fulfill his beloved Grandpa's dying wishes and spread his ashes atop a remote mountain. Along the treacherous journey, the boy and the dog are accompanied by the ghost of his Grandpa, who helps them on their journey, brings the family back together and gives the boy one last chance to say goodbye.
Throughout my adult lifetime, I have read every account of outdoor survival I can get my hands on. Recently, what I got my hands on was the Outdoor Life book entitled "The Ultimate Survival Manual" "featuring 333 skills that will get you out alive." Cost: $25.
When it comes to building a fire in the snow, don't. Build a platform of dry wood, small stuff first, then larger etc. A suggestion is given to avoid doing what Jack London describes, building it beneath a pine branch laden with snow which warms and dump on the fire.
But if I'm being too cynical here, there is method to my madness: common sense always wins out in the absence of specific instructions. For instance, carry a candle with you to start a fire in wet weather. Keep matches in a water-proof container to light that candle before trying to light anything else. I recall departing a Wyoming elk camp in mountain terrain (to pick up supplies at the trailhead) when a late October blizzard struck. I fetched the aforementioned candle from a saddlebag and got things going with one match. Common sense.
Incidentally, what the OL survival book did not mention is how to get a fire blazing with very fine tinder. (A picture did show a tepee arrangement.) Have larger wood on hand before lighting the fire. One day after nearly two days of rain and snow at high elevations, a friend and I awoke to find no dry kindling for a fire. Or so it would seem. We found dry wood on the underside of large logs and got things warmed up.
Another thing not mentioned in the "what to do" books is tying a red ribbon to mark your path out of the woods after you get in. This would have saved the life of a young deer hunter in the Wasatch Mountains when falling snow covered his tracks in the snow. He froze to death when he could not remember his footsteps in. Tying that ribbon on the edge of any change in direction is the key. I am certain that two sons and I would have perished on the edge of the Grand Canyon in Arizona when it was time to turn up out of a main canyon, if we had not marked the route. We had to turn uphill there or die of thirst in the June heat. Carry a lot of water, yes. But after back packing 7 miles down to the Colorado River, we could not carry enough water on our backs to spend another day at 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Sometimes you have to abandon "Conventional Wisdom." A couple from northern Utah who drove into the area around Indian Peaks west of Beaver would have died if taking "book learning" too liberally. Most books say stay with the vehicle when stranded; that is often good advice. This couple did so on a high mountain road clogged with snow for more than a week, and no help came. They were just too far off the beaten path for anyone to find them. When they hiked downhill to more traveled back roads, a snowplow operator rescued them. By now, their family had very nearly given them up for dead and they would have been so in a another day or two.
I may be too harsh on the value of survival manuals. There are many valuable "tips" in the Outdoor Life volume, especially with meeting first aid challenges such as how to treat a snake bite. This has changed drastically from the old Boy Scout manuals, i. e. cut into the bite and suck out the venom. New advice: just get to a doctor. Meantime, wash the bite with soap and water; keep it lower than the heart; cover the bite area with a clean, cold rag or towel; if you can't reach medical help within 30 minutes, then as a last resort suck the venom and spit it out; wrap a bandage 2 to 4 inches above the cut to help slow circulation of blood. (The old word "tourniquet" is never used because it might mean to cut off flow entirely, which is dangerous to do.)
Much attention is given to catching animals for food. I do believe that by the time you build a snare to catch a rabbit, you will either be rescued or dead. But for what it is worth, how to erect a snare is shown. More valuable is how to build a shelter against wind or rain. If you must spend a night in the wild, place one log horizontally and lay conifer boughs at right angles to it. Some have survived by nestling down into hollow areas at base of large trees. Select the down-wind side.
Introducing "Surviving the Wild: Essential Bushcraft and First Aid Skills for Surviving the Great Outdoors" - the ultimate survival book that every adventurer needs in their arsenal. Written by former Special Forces Operator and Instructor, Joshua Enyart, this comprehensive guide is a must-have for anyone serious about surviving the wild.
In this survival bible and field guide, Joshua Enyart shares his wealth of knowledge and experience, providing you with essential skills and a step-by-step wilderness survival strategy. Whether you find yourself unexpectedly thrust into the wild or facing a post-apocalyptic scenario, this book equips you with the vital information you need to thrive in the most challenging situations.
With chapters covering navigation, tools, first aid, and other survival strategies, "Surviving the Wild" ensures you're well-prepared for any outdoor adventure. Learn how to outmaneuver immediate threats, find shelter and nutrition, and navigate your way to safety. This book is not just a survival handbook; it's a comprehensive guide to making it in the wild.
What sets this survival book apart is Joshua Enyart's expertise and real-life experiences. As a former Army Ranger and Green Beret, he brings a unique perspective and depth of knowledge to each subject. From the basics to advanced techniques, he covers it all, allowing you to learn from the best in the business.
But it's not just about survival skills. "Surviving the Wild" also emphasizes the importance of first aid. With a dedicated chapter on this crucial topic, you'll gain the knowledge to potentially save lives in emergency situations. This book truly is a valuable addition to anyone's library, from novices to skilled instructors.
Don't leave your survival to chance. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills you need to conquer the wild. Get your hands on "Surviving the Wild: Essential Bushcraft and First Aid Skills for Surviving the Great Outdoors" and embark on your next adventure with confidence.
I have been practicing primitive skills off and on for quite some time now. I just finished "Surviving the Wild" and found the explanations to be very clear and logical for any reader looking to learn more about spending time outdoors, whether it is someone new to the idea of primitive skills, or the seasoned practitioner. There is something in this book for everyone regardless of skill level. I found a number of new ideas and tips to incorporate into my own practice. Highly recommended and hope to see future books which incorporate this same level of easily understood detailed explanation applied to topics dealing with more advanced material. Thank you for such a valued addition to my dirt time practice and to my reference library!
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