The modern world with its globalization, instant information exchange, high-speed travel over vast distances practically leaves a person no chance of being alone. But despite this, people still find themselves in extreme situations where they can only rely on themselves. One of these situations can be survival on a desert island.
Instructions
Step 1
To, like Robinson, be able to survive on a desert island, one should act systematically and consistently, like the hero of Defoe. First you need to provide yourself with drinking water. A person is still unable to survive without liquid for more than 2-3 days, and even less in the heat. Therefore, finding a source of drinking should be made a top priority. Consider containers for collecting rainwater, such as small holes lined with stones and lined with leaves. However, don't rely on the weather alone, even in the tropics it may not rain for weeks, so explore the island looking for streams or springs.
Step 2
The next step is to build a dwelling in which you will sleep, protect yourself from bad weather and insects. The simplest option is a hut, which can be built with almost bare hands. Find a slanted tree and line it with branches and wide leaves on both sides. Don't forget to cover the floor with something so you don't sleep on the cold ground. The semblance of a door can be woven from thin branches and leaves. Of course, such a dwelling cannot be called a reliable home, but you can spend some time in it.
Step 3
Making a fire is the third point in Robinson's mandatory program that you shouldn't deviate from. Friction fire extraction is a method that is best to master in advance, but if you have never tried to do this, then it is not worth the effort. Better to use a lens from glasses, cameras, watches. Even an empty glass bottle focuses the sun's rays well and can ignite dry grass. Of course, it is better to have matches or a lighter.
Step 4
After you have provided yourself with drink, shelter and warmth, you can consider food. As you know, the island is land, surrounded on all sides by water, which in this case is an advantage, since not frightened fish, shells, and mollusks should be found in shallow water. From any pin and even thorns, you can make a hook, pull out a few strong threads from your clothes, catch a gape insect and go fishing. By the way, insects themselves can be a good source of protein. But plants and berries are best eaten with care, especially if you do not know anything about them.
Step 5
The last obligatory point of the program is the exploration of the territory. It is worth preparing for it seriously, because it is quite easy to get lost in an unfamiliar area. Take with you a supply of food and water, some weapon, fishing rod. Also, remember to mark the road to your home, for example, with notches in trees or heaps of stones. If the island turns out to be large, and you realize that you have no time to return before dark, it is better to settle down for the night than to wander in the dark in search of your marks.
Step 6
Do not forget with all your might to give signals for help in order to be rescued. If there are aircraft routes overhead, try to attract their attention with flashes or bonfires. To be noticed from passing ships, give smoke and sound signals. And in any case, do not lose hope of salvation and continue to fight for survival.
