Important Survival Tips during a Tsunami

A little forethought and organization will payoff in ais not something recommended to women new to
great memorable adventure for that next outdoorscamping.
excursion you may have planned.If you are going to use candles you will have to be
The older liquid gas lanterns give off just as much lightvery careful that you do not start a fire. Rememer
but you will have to refill the tank with liquid gas andthat the hot wax of the candle can burn you if you get
this can be messy as well as dangerous if you are notit on your skin. Read online consumer reviews on
careful. Both types of lanterns use mantels so be sureanything from backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, camping
to carry extras.furniture and anything else camping related you could
Pack a variety of clothing and prepare to dress inthink of.
layers if you have to. You will need to pack a hat of3. Go away from the beach. Never expect to watch
some sort to protect you from the sun or rain. Somea tsunami and survive. If the wave is already visible
type of rain gear would be advisable. You will need toyou are already too close to get away from it.
take a close look at what type of activities you will be4. Go back home only when the authorities announce
doing on your trip. Camping for fun is a great way tothat it is safe to return. Tsunamis are made up of
enjoy the outdoors and relax. But before goingseveral successions of waves. The danger is not yet
camping you will need to purchase camping equipmentover after one wave has struck, the following wave
one of the better places to get the gear you need ismight even be greater, so stay away from the area. 5.
at camping world.Keep up to date with a portable radio for the latest
To make the most of the camping experience, it'swarnings. More on Wilderness Survival Tips.
important to consider the weather before packing up6. Try to help persons who are trapped or injured
the camper or travel trailer. It is important to checkwithout compromising your own safety. Perform
beforehand as to where cycling is allowed. Mostnecessary first aid steps. If you do not know what to
National Parks only allow biking on the paved anddo, call for help immediately.
backcountry dirt roads throughout the parks. Most7. If you have been injured call attention to yourself so
hiking trails do not allow bicycles. Most of your cyclingthat you may get aid or others may call for help on
through the parks will be done on the same roadsyour behalf.
used for cars.8. Do not go near any damaged buildings because
The only problem is that camping in areas that are notthere might be debris that might fall on you.
designated for camping can cause problems with the9. When you are allowed to go back home, enter with
law. Many land owners do not wish campers to be ongreat caution. Watch out for live wires and electrical
their property and some nature reserves prohibitshorts. Avoid using any electrical appliance to avoid
camping due to damage it can cause to thebeing accidentally electrocuted.
environment.10. Do not drink tap water until authorities have
Wisconsin for instance has no national park but hasdeclared it safe. Throw out food that has come into
some of the best state parks you could ever want.contact with flood waters.
So, it is not so important exactly where you go as longTsunamis cannot be stopped, but you can prevent
as the place you go has adequate facilities and is wellyourself from being endangered. Know what to do,
kept. Nature is everywhere, so you don't need toand remember it well. Don't forget sunscreen, bug
travel far for your camping trip. You can journey to aspray and hygiene items. Toilet paper and paper
national park, drive to a local campground, or pitch atowels are absolute necessities. Bring along some
tent in your own backyard.soap and toothpaste, but leave the hair gel and
Important Survival Tips during a Tsunamimakeup at home. Mother Nature doesn't care what
The great tsunami that has greatly devastatedyou look like. She just wants you to enjoy your stay.
countries near the Indian Ocean in the previous year isCamping is a great way to enjoy amazing outdoors
one of the most disastrous catastrophes in recentand be close to nature. It is not just another holiday; it's
history. And tsunamis continue to be great threats fora way of life. While camping out, one is surrounded by
people living near the coasts. Knowing essentialnature and serenity.
survival steps for a tsunami cannot beOne of the most convenient and popular camping
overemphasized. A Tsunami can bring greatactivities is hiking trails. For some people a hike can
destruction to human communities. In Thailand alone,consist of a simple walk around the park, while others
5,395 died in last year's tsunami with 2,817 people stillprefer a much lengthier hike. Regardless of what sort
missing and 6,000 individuals displaced. Over 50,000of hike you will be taking, a little preparation will go a
children have been greatly affected by the disasterlong way in ensuring a comfortable journey. Avoid
with 1,480 of them losing at least one parent.camping in low places--Air flow gets stagnant and
Tsunamis, like other natural calamities, cannot betypically moisture settles more. Also, if it rains whilst
prevented, thus the only hope is preparation andyour tent is up, there's a greater chance of water
survival. Here are some important survival tips during acollecting when you're camped in a low lying area.
Tsunami:Lastly, position your tent so that your head is uphill
1. Watch for announcements on the radio or TVwherever you camp (seeing as most locations are
about emergency information and always be preparedrarely ever flat).
for evacuation when there is an impending danger. 2. IfPlan on eating about as much while you're camping as
an official warning or even detected signs for ayou eat when you're at home. If you're car camping
tsunami is announced, leave immediately if you areand you have the extra space, it might not hurt to take
living near the coast. Go to places with higher elevationa little extra food; but if you're packing it in, every
that are far from the coastlines. Tsunami warnings areounce counts, especially on long hikes. Be sure not to
issued when the weather bureau are almost certainunder pack your camping food - the only thing longer
about the tsunami threat.than a 20-miler is a 20-miler when you're hungry.
Once your kids (and you) recover from the shock ofStarving your body while doing rigorous exercise, like
having no television or Internet access, you'll all have anhiking, could have adverse affects on your health.
eye-opening experience.Then once you purchase the tent, practice setting it up
Camping is relatively inexpensive, often nostalgic, andseveral times. This will give you an idea of what tools
gives campers a chance to really appreciate theiryou will need to take with you. Doing this will also give
natural world.you a great idea about the functionality and usage for
Cross country skiing is a wonderful way toyour tent. You may also need to take some spare
experience the parks wilderness during the winterparts for the tent incase of breakage or damage to
season. Snowshoeing trails may also be available insome parts.
parks.Just the thing for negotiating the wilds of the West Elk
The most common material that you can chooseMountains. I cruised south from Glenwood Springs,
when you go camping consists of the technologiesturned short of the road to Aspen, and passed the
that will permit the water to pass through the materialbeehive coke ovens of Redstone to the town of
yet it doesn't allow the water to go into it. You willMarble. In some ways, Marble is a modern ghost town,
need ice to keep the frozen foods cool. Save up youwith dirt roads and weather-beaten cabins, but as it
milk containers plastic works best wash out and fillhosts a Post Office and fire department, it retains its
¾ full of water an place in the freezer. When you"living" status. Camping in a van can be cold at times,
have a few frozen containers you now have the iceas it was for us in the deserts of Arizona last winter.
that will keep your food cold.We started the van and cranked up the heater once
The next time you are planning on a great campingin a while, but only for brief periods.
experience, don't let the hassle of choosing a campsiteInstead of going up to other campers and saying, "Hi,
get you down. Visit one of these great websites. WithI'm Kerry and I'm here by myself" ask questions like
the thousands of campgrounds from which to choose,"How can I contact you if I experience a problem" or
there is bound to be a place that is perfect for you"is this campground regularly patrolled?"Don't advertise
and your family. The thought of camping alone can beyou are by yourself by finding campsites away from
very intimidating, especially if you're a woman. Ideally, itwalking trails