One of the most overlooked Principles of Survival is having the ability to Meet your First Aid and Security Needs. The outdoors are called the wild for a reason.  It can be dangerous out there, and accidents are just waiting to happen.  Something as simple as a sprained ankle or as serious as an animal attack, it is important that you are always prepared.  Inspect your first-aid kit, and establish security protocols while in the field.  In an actual survival situation attend to any injuries, and remove yourself from

One of the most important survival skills may not be what you think. The most important skill is the ability to recognize the need to make personal safety a priority. I have spent years training in the bush, and have developed the 6 Principles of Survival.Shelter, fire, and water become irrelevant when you do not have the cognitive skills to meet those needs.The first principle of survival is to Mitigate Risk and Fear.  This consist of having an ISOPREP Report and P.A.C.E. Plan in place before you even