How to determine direction in the wild without a compass? Some people enjoy traveling in the wilderness to experience the beauty of nature. What should you do if you lose your compass while out in the wild? Below, we’ll teach you how to determine direction without a compass. Method/Steps In the wild, we can roughly judge the east and west directions based on the sunrise and sunset of the sun...……
The Secret to Outdoor Survival: How to Carry a Backpack Actually, whether or not someone knows how to carry an outdoor backpack can also show whether they are a seasoned outdoor enthusiast. At the very least, having a proper outdoor backpack, when brute strength isn’t available for carrying, certain outdoor techniques can make the load easier and offer a more professional experience. Here's how to carry a backpack on your own. Trail Explorer shares their operational tips based on experience...
The Secret of Outdoor Survival: The Outdoor Backpack Edition Hiking not only promotes physical and mental well-being but also allows you to enjoy breathtaking scenery. As a former student majoring in outdoor studies—though I’ve now graduated—let me revisit those memories and relive the top survival aids of the great outdoors. The making of an emergency outdoor...……
The Secret of Outdoor Survival (7): Outdoor Bathing Actually, when choosing to hike or trek outdoors in summer, many people enjoy playing in the water under the sunshine. However, when the water depth or conditions are unknown, it is naturally recommended to bathe in the safest way possible. Here, I will explain based on personal experience...……
What to do if you're bitten by a snake outdoors? No one hopes to be bitten by a snake, but all of us living on this planet have seen snakes at least occasionally. Sometimes we inevitably encounter them—while hiking or during outdoor trips and expeditions. To prevent emergencies, when faced with a snakebite, we should know how to handle it. Now, let HowToTrip’s editors tell you what to do.
The correct way to treat leech (bloodsucker) bites What are the symptoms of a leech bite and how should it be treated? In summer, when hiking in streams, you often encounter leeches, also known as bloodsuckers (different from slugs). They are a valuable traditional Chinese medicinal material. Their saliva contains an anticoagulant substance called hirudin. In addition, it also contains heparin, antithrombin, and others, which can be used to treat conditions such as stroke...……
Outdoor Sprains: Proper and Quick Treatment Methods Today, TraLu will introduce to everyone the treatment methods for outdoor sprains. What is a sprain? A sprain occurs when a joint is forcefully twisted, causing the tearing of the joint capsule, ligaments, and tendons attached to the outside of the joint. Sprains most commonly occur in the ankle, wrist, and lower back. A sprain in the lower back is what is commonly referred to as a “pulled waist” or “gas-stuck waist”.
Traveling Outdoors: Knowledge on Handling Various Emergencies Today we’ll introduce some common knowledge on how to deal with unexpected situations during outdoor travel: 1. Motion sickness (from vehicles, planes, boats, etc.) People prone to motion sickness should avoid eating too much before traveling and take medication (preferably self-prepared or prescribed by a doctor); guides or interpreters serving travelers should arrange them in the most stable seats possible; if any traveler experiences motion sickness during a long journey, the guide should ask the crew for assistance.
Outdoor Travel Insomnia: Quick Tips for Better Sleep Feeling insomnia at night during outdoor trips? Here are some “sleep-inducing” tips that might help. 1. Avoid Excessive Stress When traveling, avoid over-scheduling your itinerary, as stress can easily lead to nighttime insomnia. The right approach is to relax yourself—try drinking a glass of diluted vinegar before bed. 2. Keep ...……
Essential for New Travelers: 8 Outdoor Travel Tips
Developing a beautiful, safe, and challenging rock climbing route requires extensive climbing experience, a deep understanding of the rock face, physical strength, and excellent climbing skills. This article is written by Gu Gu and photographed by ROCKER Zhang Rui. The work of designing and developing climbing routes on natural rock walls is called “setting a route,” known in English as...……
At just 23 years old, Alexander has once again pushed the limits of slacklining to the extreme edge. Remember the German youngster Alexander Schulz who set a new world record for highlining at 375 meters in Yangshuo, China, back in November 2014? On May 9th this year, the 23-year-old Alexander once again took the length record of slacklining to an even more extreme level...
How to self-rescue if you get lost during outdoor exploration? The whole point of adventure is that what lies ahead is an unknown world, and the unknown holds many dangers. What should you do if you get lost during outdoor exploration or training? How can we save ourselves? The editors at Tanyaolv today will share some outdoor...
Outdoor Swimming Drowning Self-Rescue Knowledge Drowning refers to a critical condition in which a large amount of water is inhaled into the lungs, causing oxygen deprivation and suffocation in the human body. It mostly occurs in summer, in swimming areas, at the seaside, rivers, lakes, ponds, etc. Drowning victims have bluish-purple, swollen faces, congested conjunctivas, and their mouths and noses are filled with foam, mud, and other debris. Some drowning victims may experience abdominal distension due to drinking large amounts of water. Drowning can cause the limbs of the victim to become cold, loss of consciousness, and in severe cases, death due to cardiac and respiratory arrest. The editors at HowToTrip remind all travelers that those who cannot swim should avoid going to water areas with unclear terrain. Even if it's not a very deep river, try to go with others.
Basic Knowledge of Outdoor Hiking When you first start hiking, everything takes time to progress step by step. If you are new to outdoor hiking, don’t rush things. Below are some principles introduced by our editor at TanLuLv that can serve as useful references for beginners in outdoor hiking. 1. Always...……
How to respond if you get lost on an outdoor trip? Today, the editors at Trailblazer (Tanlulu) will introduce some common knowledge for dealing with getting lost in the outdoors. Getting lost is something any outdoor enthusiast has experienced. The reasons may include worsening weather, complex terrain, or wrong judgment. In such situations, the most important thing is to realize as early as possible...
Common Knowledge on Carrying Medications for Outdoor Travel
In recent years, safety accidents caused by mountain climbing and outdoor activities have been on the rise, which calls for more attention. The Extreme Outdoor Network reminds outdoor enthusiasts that it’s best to go climbing in the morning or early afternoon, and descend and return to your base camp by the afternoon. When in unfamiliar environments, do not venture recklessly into unknown areas—try to keep your mobile phone accessible ...
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