SURVIVAL.PDF by Desert Awareness

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Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

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Snake bite kit

Bar of soap (small)

Woodman's saw

POISONOUS CREATURES

Knife sharpening device

Survival guide

There is probably more said with less truth about poisonous creatures than VEHICLE

any other subject. These animals and insects are for the most part shy or, due to their nature, not often seen. Therefore, any person who has the fortune ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

USEFUL

or misfortune to become acquainted with them becomes an expert, and in due Roll of electrical tape

Emergency fuel

Car repair manual

course, the stories told become distorted. Like gossip, the final tale seldom First aid kit

Extra matches

Block and tackle

resembles the original fact. Learn the facts about these creatures and you will Flashlight

Flares - at least 6

50' of 5/8 inch rope

see they are not to be feared, only respected. Visit the museums which have Shovel

Strips of carpet

Axe or good hatchet

displays of the creatures dead or alive -- avoid the roadside zoos with their Spare tire

Extra fan belt

Food - dehydrated (requires

sensational imports if you are looking for facts.

Jack (preferably one that

12' Jumper cables

water)

may be rigged)

Tire chains

Cooking pots

Snakes: There are many types of snakes in the southwest, the rattlesnake and Tool kit

Tire pump

Roll of 18" aluminum foil for

coral snake being the most famous. However, they are not the only poisonous Water - 1 gal per person

Tube type tires

cooking

snakes found in the state. Arizona also has what are classified as rear-fanged per day and 5 gallons

Tarpaulin for shade

snakes. These include the mildly venomous lyre, tropical vine, night, per vehicle

Blankets

ringnecked, western hognosed and blackheaded snakes. These snakes Poncho or sheets of plastic

have low-toxicity levels and are not dangerous to man. In Arizona, the Walking shoes

greatest surface activity for some of the common desert inhabiting species is Hat and long sleeve shirts

in March, April and May, and continues on until October or later according to Cobbler's linen thread (1 Yd)

species and weather. Snakes hibernate during the colder months, but it is not 1/4" nylon cord (50-100')

unusual to see some species all months of the year. During the spring and fall months, they may be found out in the daytime, but during the summer months they will generally be found out during the night, since they cannot stand excessive heat.

HEALTH

HEAT DISORDERS

THEIR SYMPTOMS AND FIRST AID

Much thought must be given to protecting your health and well being, and to HEAT

the prevention of fatigue and injury. Medical assistance will be some time and distance away, and conditions are usually different and distinct from your DISORDER

SYMPTOMS

FIRST AID

everyday living. The desert is usually a healthy environment due to dryness, SUNBURN

Redness and pain.

Ointments for mild cases;

the lack of human and animal wastes, and the sterilizing effect of the hot sun.

With severe cases -

if blisters appear, do not

Therefore, your immediate bodily needs will be your first consideration.

swelling of skin,

break. If breaking occurs,

blisters, fever and

apply dry sterile dressing.

While in the desert, if walking or active, rest at least 10 minutes each hour.

headaches.

Serious and extensive

Drink plenty of water, especially early in the morning while the temperature is cases should be seen by

still low. Wear sun glasses to protect your eyes from glare. Even though the a physician.

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