Stay calm and assess your surroundings
Prioritize immediate threats
Find or create shelter
Secure clean water
Gather food safely
Keep warm and dry
Build a fire if appropriate and safe
Carry basic survival tools
Learn navigation by map and compass
Mark your route and avoid getting lost
Conserve energy and avoid unnecessary movement
Signal for help when possible
Protect yourself from weather and wildlife
Treat injuries quickly
Maintain hygiene to prevent illness
Stay with your group if you have one
Plan before acting
Adapt to changing conditions
Keep morale high
Know when to retreat or wait
Practice survival skills before you need them