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What to do if you encounter a lion?
Hold your ground or back away slowly. Face the lion and stand upright. Do not approach a lion. Never approach a mountain lion, especially one that is feeding or with kittens.
What to do if you meet a cougar?
If you see or encounter a cougar:
- Never approach the cougar or offer it food.
- Immediately and forcefully show the animal that you’re a human: Put small children behind you or pick them up.
- Otherwise, face the cougar.
- Try to appear larger than the cougar.
- Do not take your eyes off the cougar or turn your back.
Are cougars afraid of fire?
Much like bears, cougars don’t want to be anywhere near humans. They will generally stay away from areas where they hear or see human presence. This can include campfires. It’s worth keeping in mind that it isn’t the fire they are afraid of.
Should you look a cougar in the eyes?
Directly face the cougar, but look at the cougar’s feet, not directly into their eyes, to avoid appearing aggressive. If the cougar displays aggressive behavior try to appear larger—raise your arms or open your jacket over your head. Do not approach the cougar.
What should you do if you find yourself lost in the forest?
If you find yourself lost in the forest, stay calm and do your best to retrace your steps and find your way out. To survive in the forest, you will need shelter, fire, food, and water. The forest will provide materials that you need to make a makeshift tent and start a fire,…
How to find your way out of the woods when lost?
You can also find food to eat to keep yourself going. Take deep breaths and stay calm. Panic will hinder you from finding your way out of the woods if you are lost, so take a moment to collect yourself before moving forward. Close your eyes and take deep breaths to reduce your anxiety.
How difficult is it to get lost in the wilderness?
When you get a moment to look up, you discover you’re lost! Far too many people loose themselves in wilderness situations too. It’s certainly not difficult to mistake or step off the track, even for experienced hikers.
Can you use a GPS when you’re lost in the woods?
Even without a network connection (since “lost in the woods” may also imply “no signal”) most GPS-equipped devices include electronic compasses and can therefore tell you the direction you’re facing.