The ultimate guide to surviving anywhere now updated with more than 100 pages of additional
material including a new chapter on urban survival "A classic outdoor manual [that] addresses
every conceivable disaster scenario. Don't leave home without it?-- Outside magazine Revised to
reflect the latest in survival knowledge and technology and covering new topics such as urban
survival and terrorism the multimillion-copy worldwide bestseller SAS Survival Handbook by
John "Lofty" Wiseman is the definitive resource for all campers hikers and outdoor
adventurers. From basic campcraft and navigation to fear management and strategies for coping
with any type of disaster this complete course includes: Being prepared: Understanding basic
survival skills like reading the weather and preparation essentials such as a pocket
survival kit. Making camp: Finding the best location constructing the appropriate shelter
organizing camp staying warm and creating tools. Food: What to eat what to avoid where to
find it and how to prepare it. First aid: A comprehensive course in emergency wilderness
medicine including how to maximize survival in any climate or when injured. Disaster survival:
How to react in the face of natural disasters and hostile situations?and how to survive if all
services and supplies are cut off. Self-defense: Arming yourself with basic hand-to-hand combat
techniques. Security: Protecting your family and property from intrusion break-ins and theft.
Climate & terrain: Overcoming any location from the tropics to the poles from the desert to
the mountains and sea.
