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**Ticks**

Using tweezers if available, grasp the tick where it is attached to the skin and pull straight out with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or jerk the tick. Do not squeeze the tick's body. Treat the area as you would for a bug bite.
1. Using tweezers if available, grasp the tick where it is attached to the skin.
2. Pull straight out with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or jerk the tick. Do not squeeze the tick's body.
3. Treat the area as you would for a bug bite.

***Leeches***
**Leeches**

To remove a leech:
1. Pull it taut (but not too tight).
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Do not salt, burn, or pull the leech off, as this can cause the leech to regurgitate into the wound.

***Bites***
**Bites**

Avoid scratching and apply calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream to reduce itching. You can use a cloth soaked in cold water or filled with snow/ice to reduce swelling.

If you were bit by a spider that you believe to be venomous, treat as you would a snake bite and seek medical attention.

***Stings***
**Stings**

Remove any stingers, taking care not to squeeze the venom sac. Treat as you would a bug bite.

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- Do not cut towards yourself.
- Watch your footing.
- To prevent infection:
- Clean wounds
- Use antibiotic ointment
- Clean wounds.
- Use antibiotic ointment.
- Change bandages frequently.

## Blisters
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### Treatment
- Take pain relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen).
- Drink water.
- Drink water or an electrolyte solution.
- Rest.
- Drink water or an electrolyte solution with salt (sodium chloride) and potassium chloride.
- Eat salty foods.

### Prevention
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### Bowel movements and urination
- Dig a hole 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 centimeters) deep for bowel movements and cover it with dirt.
- If you do not have a trowel, use a stick to dig the hole.
- If you do not have toilet paper or a bidet, use non-poisonous leaves, moss, or a smooth rocks to clean yourself.
- If you do not have toilet paper or a bidet, use non-poisonous leaves, moss, or smooth rocks to clean yourself.
- Always wash your hands after using the bathroom.
- Do not defecate or urinate near water sources (at least 200 feet / 60 meters away).

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For hikers, the goal of survival is returning safely from an unplanned situation, such as getting lost or injured. This guide covers essential survival skills needed for these scenarios. It is not a substitute for professional training or experience and should only be used as a reference.
This guide covers essential survival skills needed to return safely from a survival situation. It is not a substitute for professional training or experience and should only be used as a reference.

## Be prepared
Let someone know your plans before you leave. This way, if you don't return on time, they can get help. Stick to your planned route and avoid taking unnecessary risks.
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Water is crucial for anyone spending time in the wilderness, particularly for hikers who might find themselves isolated. Proper hydration, knowing how to find water, and understanding how to make it safe to drink are essential skills for any hiker.
This chapter covers how to find and purify water.

## Be prepared
### Gear
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A belowground solar still is a simple device that uses the sun’s heat to draw moisture from the soil or plants, which then condenses on a plastic sheet and can be collected in a container. You can also pour saltwater into the hole to desalinate it.

![](file:///android_asset/survival_guide/16.webp)

1. Dig a bowl-shaped hole in the ground about 3 feet (1 meter) across and 2 feet (0.6 meters) deep.
1. Dig a bowl-shaped hole in the ground about 3 feet (1 meter) across and 2 feet (0.6 meters) deep. Ensure it is in direct sunlight.
2. Place a container in the center of the hole. Optionally, place plants/water around the container to increase moisture (do not place them in the container).
3. Place a plastic sheet over the hole, securing the edges with rocks or soil.
4. Place a small rock in the center of the sheet, directly over the container.
5. Wait for the sun to heat the ground and evaporate moisture, which will condense on the plastic and drip into the container.

![](file:///android_asset/survival_guide/16.webp)

**Transpiration bag**

A transpiration bag is a plastic bag tied around a leafy branch to collect water.
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Expand Up @@ -185,9 +185,11 @@ Many insects can bite or sting you, causing pain, swelling, and itching. Some in

**Ticks**

Using tweezers if available, grasp the tick where it is attached to the skin and pull straight out with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or jerk the tick. Do not squeeze the tick's body. Treat the area as you would for a bug bite.
1. Using tweezers if available, grasp the tick where it is attached to the skin.
2. Pull straight out with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or jerk the tick. Do not squeeze the tick's body.
3. Treat the area as you would for a bug bite.

***Leeches***
**Leeches**

To remove a leech:
1. Pull it taut (but not too tight).
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Do not salt, burn, or pull the leech off, as this can cause the leech to regurgitate into the wound.

***Bites***
**Bites**

Avoid scratching and apply calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream to reduce itching. You can use a cloth soaked in cold water or filled with snow/ice to reduce swelling.

If you were bit by a spider that you believe to be venomous, treat as you would a snake bite and seek medical attention.

***Stings***
**Stings**

Remove any stingers, taking care not to squeeze the venom sac. Treat as you would a bug bite.

Expand Down Expand Up @@ -252,8 +254,8 @@ If direct pressure does not work on a limb, you can apply a tourniquet to stop b
- Do not cut towards yourself.
- Watch your footing.
- To prevent infection:
- Clean wounds
- Use antibiotic ointment
- Clean wounds.
- Use antibiotic ointment.
- Change bandages frequently.

## Blisters
Expand Down Expand Up @@ -517,9 +519,8 @@ Headaches can be caused by a variety of factors, such as dehydration, stress, la

### Treatment
- Take pain relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen).
- Drink water.
- Drink water or an electrolyte solution.
- Rest.
- Drink water or an electrolyte solution with salt (sodium chloride) and potassium chloride.
- Eat salty foods.

### Prevention
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### Bowel movements and urination
- Dig a hole 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 centimeters) deep for bowel movements and cover it with dirt.
- If you do not have a trowel, use a stick to dig the hole.
- If you do not have toilet paper or a bidet, use non-poisonous leaves, moss, or a smooth rocks to clean yourself.
- If you do not have toilet paper or a bidet, use non-poisonous leaves, moss, or smooth rocks to clean yourself.
- Always wash your hands after using the bathroom.
- Do not defecate or urinate near water sources (at least 200 feet / 60 meters away).

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For hikers, the goal of survival is returning safely from an unplanned situation, such as getting lost or injured. This guide covers essential survival skills needed for these scenarios. It is not a substitute for professional training or experience and should only be used as a reference.
This guide covers essential survival skills needed to return safely from a survival situation. It is not a substitute for professional training or experience and should only be used as a reference.

## Be prepared
Let someone know your plans before you leave. This way, if you don't return on time, they can get help. Stick to your planned route and avoid taking unnecessary risks.
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Water is crucial for anyone spending time in the wilderness, particularly for hikers who might find themselves isolated. Proper hydration, knowing how to find water, and understanding how to make it safe to drink are essential skills for any hiker.
This chapter covers how to find and purify water.

## Be prepared
### Gear
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A belowground solar still is a simple device that uses the sun’s heat to draw moisture from the soil or plants, which then condenses on a plastic sheet and can be collected in a container. You can also pour saltwater into the hole to desalinate it.

![](file:///android_asset/survival_guide/16.webp)

1. Dig a bowl-shaped hole in the ground about 3 feet (1 meter) across and 2 feet (0.6 meters) deep.
1. Dig a bowl-shaped hole in the ground about 3 feet (1 meter) across and 2 feet (0.6 meters) deep. Ensure it is in direct sunlight.
2. Place a container in the center of the hole. Optionally, place plants/water around the container to increase moisture (do not place them in the container).
3. Place a plastic sheet over the hole, securing the edges with rocks or soil.
4. Place a small rock in the center of the sheet, directly over the container.
5. Wait for the sun to heat the ground and evaporate moisture, which will condense on the plastic and drip into the container.

![](file:///android_asset/survival_guide/16.webp)

**Transpiration bag**

A transpiration bag is a plastic bag tied around a leafy branch to collect water.
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