Basic Navigation for Search and Rescue and Survival


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The ability to expertly navigate using a map, compass and GPS is crucial for the skills search and rescue (SAR) technician. Maintaining proficiency in this vital skill requires routine review and practice. The National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR) Basic Navigation Pocket Reference guide has been as a tool for those taking part in NASAR instructor lead training and for SARTECH candidates as they prepare for their certification evaluations and through their search and rescue careers. This lightweight folding guide is waterproof to withstand rigorous use in the field and is sized to fit into a pocket or chest harness. It is a must-have reference tool for any SAR responder. Made in the USA, profits from the sale of this guide support ongoing training by NASAR.Basic Navigation for Search and Rescue and Survival is a valuable reference for skilled rescue professionals, recreationists and anyone active in a wilderness setting. This lightweight folding guide is waterproof to withstand rigorous use in the field and fits easily in your pocket. Developed by NASAR's education division in collaboration with Waterford Press, the easy-to-use guide contains supporting color illustrations and will assist your ability to expertly navigate using a map, compass and GPS. Topics include triangulation techniques, aiming off, measuring distance in the field and techniques to navigate in a survival situation. Great resource for SAR technicians as well as campers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com




Fundamentals of Search and Rescue


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This book provids an overview of all aspects of search and rescue procedures and equipment, It teaches the absolutely essential techniques employed by nearly all search and rescue personnel. This book offers an in-depth and practical approach to search and rescue and is recommended for all emergency responders. For both paid and unpaid professionals, this resource combines dynamic features with the latest comprehensive content.




Fundamentals of Search and Rescue


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Fundamentals of Search and Rescue (FUNSAR), Second Edition is a comprehensive resource for new and experienced search and rescue (SAR) personnel. Providing an overview of all aspects of search and rescue procedures and equipment, FUNSAR teaches the essential techniques employed by nearly all successful search and rescue personnel. FUNSAR offers an in-depth and practical approach to search and rescue and is recommended for all emergency responders.The Second Edition has been fully updated to meet the needs of today’s SAR personnel, highlighting the most current equipment and technology and focusing on proven and effective search and rescue techniques. All areas of search and rescue are covered, from choosing the best clothing and footwear for the environment, to packing light and improvising, to tracking and locating subjects. Ideal for both paid and volunteer professionals, this essential resource combines dynamic features with the latest and most comprehensive content.Dynamic Features• Search and Rescue Tips reinforce key information for conducting SAR operations• Safety Tips alert SAR personnel to both expected and potentially unanticipated hazards• Listed resources provide suggestions for further study of each chapter’s topics• Full-color photos and illustrations support and help clarify the textComprehensive Content• Guidelines to ensure SAR personnel are both physically and mentally prepared for search and rescue• Important legal and ethical considerations for search and rescue• A wide variety of SAR equipment, clothing, and technology, and when each should be used• Survival and improvisational methods in various environments• Tracking methods and navigation tools




Wilderness Navigation


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Wilderness Navigation: Over 25 Survival Skills How To Find Your Way Without GPS Navigation means to travel in search of a place and a destination along the directions of 4 poles (east, west, north and south.). Nowadays, it is easy to navigate with the help of recent technology, such as GPS. It is really difficult to navigate in the wilderness because your GPS system may not work. In the wilderness, it will be good to carry maps and compass with you. These work really well in the absence of GPS system. You should learn the use of maps and compass to find the way. Nature offers a variety of ways to find directions. You can get the advantage of sun, wind, moon, stars, trees, and various other plants. You can get general directions with the help of this method; therefore, it will be good to have good knowledge of the terrain. Practice these methods in advance before going to the wilderness to increase your confidence. The first rule of navigation is to exactly know where you are right now. You can't stop in every two minutes to read the map; hence, you should read your map carefully to find out directions. If you are lost in the wilderness, you will be rescued just with the help of your map and compass. You should learn to send signals to grab the attention of a rescue team. It will be quite interesting to get directions via stars and the sun. You can get started with the sun because everyone knows that the sun rises in the east and sets in the west direction. You can find these directions easily by checking sun rise and sun set.




Essential Wilderness Navigation


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All the Skills You Need to Navigate Unfamiliar Terrain In this must-have guide, top wilderness trainer and author Craig Caudill partners with fellow wilderness instructor Tracy Trimble to help you find your way in nature—no matter the tools you have on hand. Using real-life stories of wilderness navigation successes—and cautionary tales of wilderness exploration gone awry—Craig and Tracy start with the basics of rudimentary compass and map use before teaching the finer points of these indispensable resources, making Essential Wilderness Navigation the ultimate go-to guide for explorers of all skill levels. You’ll also learn how technological aids like GPS and natural elements like flora, fauna and celestial bodies can help you identify your position. Armed with your new knowledge and skills, you will be well equipped to troubleshoot any problems, explore nature and become a master wilderness navigator.




Search and Rescue


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IAMSAR Manual


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SAR Survival


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SAR Survival: Search and Rescue Fundamentals for the Outdoors offers a behind-the-scenes look at fundamental wilderness search and rescue operations.




Wilderness Survival For Dummies


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Learn to: Use survival techniques to stay alive on land or at sea Understand basic navigation Find enough water and food Signal for help and get rescued Your one-stop guide to surviving and enjoying the Great Outdoors Want to know how to stay alive in extreme situations? This practical, accurate guide gives you all the expert, field-tested tools and techniques you need to survive. Whether you find yourself lost in the woods, adrift on a life raft, bitten by a snake, or needing shelter in cold weather, this hands-on resource teaches you how to stay safe (and sane), find rescue, and live to tell the tale! Know the basics of survival perform life-saving first aid, make fire and shelter, and find water and food Manage your emotions cope with panic and anger, get the "survivor's attitude," and foster cooperation and hope with others Increase your chances of rescue signal for help and navigate using a compass or the sky Practice expert survival methods tie essential knots, craft your own weapons and tools, and make natural remedies Gain wisdom for water emergencies stay afloat when your ship or boat sinks, avoid dehydration and starvation, and make it to shore Open the book and find: Common survival scenarios you may encounter Tried-and-tested advice for individuals or groups The items you need to stay alive Basic orientation skills Ways to keep warm or cool The best methods for building a fire in any environment What you can (and can't) eat and drink in the wild True stories of survival




Surviving with Navigation & Signaling


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In any survival situation, you need to know where you are and where you're heading. If you get lost, you'll waste valuable time and energy—time that could be spent getting to safety or getting help.