Survival Training
DESERT SURVIVAL 1 -DAY $200.00
The Deserts of the American Southwest are some of the most spectacular and unique environments in the world, yet every year many outdoor professionals and enthusiasts in the desert get lost, suffer from heat related illnesses, and sometimes die. Most of these situations can be avoided with a basic knowledge of the desert environment and by advanced planning and preparation before venturing in the desert. During this 1-day field course you will learn about the climate, terrain, life forms of the desert and how they affect your ability to survive. You'll also learn how to work more efficiently by adapting to this beautiful but extreme environment.
TOPICS COVERED:
- Characteristics of a Desert Environment
- Physiological Effects of the Desert Environment
- Preparing to Survive in a Desert environment
- Heat Illnesses
- Personal Protection in a Desert Environment
- Water procurement in a Desert Environment
- Building a Fire in the Rainy Season
- Signaling in a desert environment
- Hazardous and Useful Life Forms of the Desert