surviving outside

amidst all the crazy stories of climbers, travelers and hikers getting lost in the northwest recently, i thought i'd post the rule of 3's. i found them helpful. maybe you will too.

rule of 3's:
3 minutes without air
3 hours without shelter
3 days without water
3 weeks without food

a few other tips i've heard recently as well:

* if you're stranded in your car, a candle in a tin can keep you warm overnight. (obviously you have to remember the candle)
* ration whatever food you have
* if ya need water, put snow in a container close to your body
* gps, gps, gps
* streams usually lead to civilization
* if there's a road, stay on it