APP SNAP: Winter Survival Kit could save lives if used while stranded - useful but limited app for persons stranded in winter in their car. It’s free (as of this writing) and helpful.
Son vindicated as father rescued after 12 days at sea - “His rescue came 12 days after he made his first distress call, a difficult stretch even for a veteran fisherman.” Twelve days at sea on a boat. That’s tough, but check out this next story:
Girl lost for 12 days in Siberian wilderness looks forward to Xmas with dog that saved her - four years old, lost in Siberia. Dogs are a girl’s best friend.
Reese Witherspoon shines in ‘Wild’ - The movie is based on the book about Cheryl Strayed and her 3 month solo adventure on the 1,100 mile Pacific Crest Trail. Survival in the wilderness by choice.
Alaska National Guard assists remote island community without power - A whole town in an isolated region of Alaska lost power during winter.
If you know of any other recent survival-related news stories, comment with a link below. Thanks.
- Thoreau
