SHTF Lessons From Wilderness Survival Expert John "Lofty" Wiseman

John Wiseman is a former British Special Air Service (SAS) soldier, survival instructor, and author of the bestselling survival manual "SAS Survival Handbook". Here are some SHTF survival lessons that can be learned from his teachings:

1. Prioritize shelter: In any survival situation, your first priority should be to create or find shelter. A good shelter will protect you from the elements, maintain your body temperature, and provide a place to rest and store your gear. Wiseman recommends using natural materials such as branches, leaves, and bark to create a shelter that blends in with the environment.
2. Learn to make fire: Fire is essential for cooking, boiling water, signaling for help, and staying warm. Wiseman recommends carrying multiple methods for starting a fire, such as a lighter, matches, and a magnesium fire starter. He also recommends learning to build different types of fires for different situations, such as a signal fire or a long-lasting cooking fire.
3. Find and purify water: Water is vital for survival, but it can also carry disease and contaminants. Wiseman recommends finding a source of water such as a stream, lake, or river, and purifying it before drinking. Boiling, filtering, and chemical treatment are all effective methods for purifying water.
4. Learn basic first aid: In a survival situation, injuries can quickly become life-threatening. Wiseman recommends carrying a basic first aid kit and learning how to treat common injuries such as cuts, burns, and broken bones.
5. Be prepared for long-term survival: A short-term survival situation can quickly turn into a long-term one. Wiseman recommends carrying a well-stocked survival kit that includes tools for hunting and fishing, as well as materials for building shelter and fire.
6. Stay positive and adapt: Survival situations can be stressful and challenging, but it's important to stay positive and keep a clear head. Wiseman recommends practicing mental and emotional resilience and learning to adapt to changing circumstances.

Overall, John Wiseman's teachings emphasize the importance of preparation, self-sufficiency, and adaptability in any survival situation.

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