The SAS Guide to Desert Survival by Barry Davies

Author:Barry Davies
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
ISBN: 978-1-62087-274-1
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Wild grasses grow in many parts of the world, even as far north as the Arctic circle.

The seeds or fruit of any oil-producing plant need to be harvested and wrapped in cloth to make ‘cheeses’ (flat, round cakes); these are stacked on top of one another, and pressed. If using seeds, they are best cracked first on a smooth stone before being pressed. In a pure survival situation pressing presents a problem and some form of leverage needs to be implemented. A press can be made if a vehicle jack is available.

The residual ‘cake’ is also edible, and is best rolled into biscuits and fried. Olives can be wrapped in a clean cloth and left out in the sun. The oil exudes into the cloth, which can then be wrung out. The cloth can then be used for lamp wicks.

Nuts

Nuts are an extremely valuable food source and can be found in most countries and climates -except for the Polar regions. Nuts are extremely nutritious, providing high levels of protein, fats and vitamins. Tropical nuts include coconuts, brazil nuts and cashews, whereas trees in temperate areas produce hazelnuts, walnuts, beechnuts, acorns, almonds, sweet chestnuts and pine nuts.

If you have a plentiful source of nuts, gather as many as possible and store them in a cool, dry place. The nuts will remain edible for several months if left in the shell. Nuts are quite easily carried and make an excellent portable food store.

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