If you are in the woods or wilderness, far from civilization, chances are it was a planned excursion and you brought all the necessary equipment to travel safely and comfortably, including a basic survival kit.
Can You Survive With One Thing In Your Pockets? EDC Survival
But what if you hadn’t planned this backcountry trip and hadn’t packed a survival kit? Maybe you thought you were going for a short, easy hike and somehow wandered off the trail, or you thought you knew a shortcut and now you’re surrounded by pristine, unmarked wilderness. How are you going to survive until you’re rescued (or you can rescue yourself)?
First, don’t panic. Follow the STOP protocol: Stop, Think, Observe, and Plan. Don’t go in a promising direction or stress yourself out by worrying about wasting time. Think about your surroundings, the path you’ve taken, and what you have in your pockets that can help you survive the rest of the ordeal ahead, because it’s probably a surprisingly useful collection of stuff.
Even if you didn't expect to get lost in the woods today and didn't bring any special equipment, you probably have the basic necessities:
