How to find water in the wild
Listening With sensitive hearing organs, pay more attention to the foot of the mountain, mountain streams, cliffs, basins, valleys, etc. Whether there is the sound of mountain streams or waterfalls of the sound of the running water, there is no sound of frogs and waterfowl, and so on. If you can hear these sounds, it means that you are not far from the place where there is a water source, and can prove that the water source of these few is flowing live water, you can drink directly. But pay special attention to is, don't take the wind blowing leaves "clatter" sound as the sound of running water.
Smell through the nose, as far as possible to smell the smell of moisture, or because of the wind to bring over the smell of mud and water plants. Then follow the direction of the odor to find the water source. Of course, this requires some experience.
Observation With rich experience and knowledge. Observation of animals, plants, weather, climate and geography can also find water.
Based on the topography of the terrain (geography), determine the level of the water table.
For example, groundwater is often found at the foot of mountains, and the water table is high in low-lying areas, where rainwater is concentrated, and downstream of reservoirs. Also, beneath dry riverbeds. The lowest point on the outside of the river's turnaround , digging down a few meters or so can have water. However, there is a lot of mud, which needs to be purified and treated before drinking.
According to the climate and the ground wet and dry situation to find water
such as in the hot summer the ground is always very wet, in the same climate conditions, the ground for a long time in the sun and not dry and not hot place the water table is higher; in the fall the surface of the ground is rising, the early hours of the morning there is often a like yarn in the like of the fog, the night dew is heavier, and the ground is wet, indicating that the water table is high, the amount of water is sufficient; in cold winter The groundwater level is also higher when there is white frost on the surface of the crevices of the ground; the groundwater level is higher in places where the spring thaw is early and the winter freeze is late, as well as in places where the snow melts quickly after the snowfall.
Looking for water according to plant growth
The place where there are fragrant bushes, salal, marjoram, golden needles (also called yellow flowers), and wood mustard grows, the water level is relatively high, and Dan's water quality is also good; the place where there are ashwagandha, pong pong, and sali wang grows, there is also groundwater, but the water quality is not good, and there is a bitter or astringent taste, or rusty; at the beginning of spring. Other examples of branches are still set to germinate, only one branch has sprouted, here there is groundwater; into the fall, the same place, other trees have been yellow, and only one tree leaves are not yellow, here there is groundwater; in addition, such as triangular-leaved poplar, sycamore, willows, salt cedar, these plants are only grown in the place where there is water, under them will be able to dig out of the groundwater.
Searching for water according to the activities of animals and insects
There must be water in places where mosquitoes gather in summer and fly in the shape of a cylinder; there must be water in places where frogs, big ants, and snails live; in addition, the routes where swallows fly and the places where swallows build their nests in mud are places where there is a water source and a higher groundwater level. In addition, quails fly toward water in the evening and back to water in the morning; turtledoves fly toward water in the morning and evening, which are also the basis for judging water sources. I
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How to Find Water in the Wild
Listening With your sensitive hearing organs, pay more attention to the foot of the mountains, mountain streams, cliffs, basins, valley floors, etc. to see if there is the sound of mountain streams or waterfalls, the sound of frogs and the cries of waterfowl, etc. If you can hear these sounds, it means that you are in the right place. If you can hear these sounds, it means that you are not far from the place where there is a water source, and can prove that the water source of these few is flowing live water, you can drink directly. But pay special attention to is, don't take the wind blowing leaves "clatter" sound as the sound of running water.
Smell through the nose, as far as possible to smell the smell of moisture, or because of the wind to bring over the smell of mud and water plants. Then follow the direction of the odor to find the water source. Of course, this requires some experience.
Observation With rich experience and knowledge. Observation of animals, plants, weather, climate and geography can also find water.
Based on the topography of the terrain (geography), determine the level of the water table.
For example, groundwater is often found at the foot of mountains, and the water table is high in low-lying areas, where rainwater is concentrated, and downstream of reservoirs. Also, beneath dry riverbeds. The lowest point on the outside of the river's turnaround , digging down a few meters or so can have water. However, there is a lot of mud, which needs to be purified and treated before drinking.
According to the climate and the ground wet and dry situation to find water
such as in the hot summer the ground is always very wet, in the same climate conditions, the ground for a long time in the sun and not dry and not hot place the water table is higher; in the fall the surface of the ground is rising, the early hours of the morning there is often a like yarn in the like of the fog, the night dew is heavier, and the ground is wet, indicating that the water table is high, the amount of water is sufficient; in cold winter The groundwater level is also higher when there is white frost on the surface of the crevices of the ground; the groundwater level is higher in places where the spring thaw is early and the winter freeze is late, as well as in places where the snow melts quickly after the snowfall.
Looking for water according to plant growth
The place where there are fragrant bushes, salal, marjoram, golden needles (also called yellow flowers), and wood mustard grows, the water level is relatively high, and Dan's water quality is also good; the place where there are ashwagandha, pong pong, and sali wang grows, there is also groundwater, but the water quality is not good, and there is a bitter or astringent taste, or rusty; at the beginning of spring. Other examples of branches are still set to germinate, only one branch has sprouted, here there is groundwater; into the fall, the same place, other trees have been yellow, and only one tree leaves are not yellow, here there is groundwater; in addition, such as triangular-leaved poplar, sycamore, willows, salt cedar, these plants are only grown in the place where there is water, under them will be able to dig out of the groundwater.
Searching for water according to the activities of animals and insects
There must be water in places where mosquitoes gather in summer and fly in the shape of a cylinder; there must be water in places where frogs, big ants, and snails live; in addition, the routes where swallows fly and the places where swallows build their nests in mud are places where there is a water source and a higher groundwater level. In addition, quails fly toward water in the evening and back to water in the morning; turtledoves fly toward water in the morning and evening, which are also the basis for judging water sources. I
Searching for water according to the weather
Where there is a rainbow in the sky, there is surely rain; under the dark, thunder and lightning cumulonimbus clouds, there is surely rain or hail; in the valleys where there is always a thick fog, there is surely a source of water; and *collecting dew can also alleviate the urgent needs of some. '
Water directly from plants
In the jungles of the south, there are wild plantains, also called fairy plantains, everywhere. The core of this plant contains so much water that if it is quickly cut from the bottom with a knife, clean liquid will drip out of the stem, and the young core of the wild plantain is also edible, and can be used to satisfy hunger when food is cut off. If you can find vines such as wild kudzu vine, grapevine, kiwi vine, and five-meadow vine, you can also get drinking water from them. In addition, in the spring when trees are about to sprout, drinking water can also be obtained from the trunks and branches of trees such as the leafy example and the mountain elm. Note: Never drink the sap of those vines or shrubs or trees with milky fluid, it is poisonous. In addition, you can also get drinking water from reed moss, cactus and its fruits.
Tip: Drinking "water" from plants is perishable, so it's best to drink it as soon as you get it and not store it for a long time.
The above methods of obtaining water are effective when water is scarce in the wild. However, simply relying on the above methods to find water is not a permanent solution, and it is very complicated and laborious. It is limited to a small number of people (3-7) and a short period of time (3-5 days). It is not suitable for a large number of people or for a long period of time. As far as safety is concerned, it is best to hope that your friends do not travel a day or two away from a water source, or go into the jungle alone, single-handedly.
When you are extremely tired and thirsty, when you find a water source, it is best not to immediately drink wildly, you should be on the environmental conditions at the time of the necessary purification and disinfection of the water source, in order to avoid drinking water poisoning or contracting diseases.
Wild drinking water purification
Generally speaking, in addition to spring water and well water (deep underground wells) can be directly drinkable, whether it is a river, lake, stream, snow, rain, dew, or through the infiltration, filtration, precipitation of water, it is best to carry out disinfection before drinking. So, how to disinfect it? Methods are as follows:
1. Put the water purification tablets into the water container, stirring and shaking, let it stand for a few minutes, you can drink, can be filled with pots of storage standby. In general, a water purification tablets can be 1 liter of water disinfection, if the water quality of the turbid available piece of water purification tablets for disinfection. Before the mouth, the army to all use this method in the field of water disinfection.
2. If you don't have water purification tablets, you can use the medical iodine you carry instead of water purification tablets to disinfect the water. In their own purified water, each liter of water 3-4 drops of iodine, if the water is turbid, the patient's iodine in each liter of water to be doubled. After stirring and shaking, the resting time should be longer, 20-30 minutes, you can drink or standby.
3. The use of chlorite, i.e., bleach, can also play a role in disinfection. In the water has been purified, each liter of water drops of bleach 3, 4 drops, turbid water is doubled, shaking well, let stand for 30 minutes, you can drink or spare. Just some of the water bleach flavor a few, pay attention not to drink the precipitated turbidity together.
4. If the above disinfectant drugs are not available, happen to have a picnic with vinegar (white vinegar is fine), you can also disinfect the water. Pour some vinegar in the purified water, stir
After mixing, let it sit for 30 minutes and then drink it. Only the water has some sour flavor of vinegar.
5. In the altitude is not too high (altitude of 3,000 meters or less) and there is a fire case Ding, the intention to boil for 5 minutes, is also a good way to disinfect the water.
Wild drinking water purification
Generally speaking, in addition to spring water and well water (deep underground wells) can be directly consumed, whether it is a river, lake, stream, snow, rain, dew, or through the infiltration, filtration, precipitation of water, it is best to carry out disinfection before drinking. So, how to disinfect it? Methods are as follows:
1. Put the water purification tablets into the water container, stirring and shaking, let it stand for a few minutes, you can drink, can be filled with pots of storage standby. In general, a water purification tablets can be 1 liter of water disinfection, if the water quality is turbid available piece of water purification tablets for disinfection. Before the mouth, the army to all use this method in the field of water disinfection.
2. If you don't have water purification tablets, you can use the medical iodine you carry instead of water purification tablets to disinfect the water. In their own purified water, each liter of water 3-4 drops of iodine, if the water is turbid, the patient's iodine in each liter of water to be doubled. After stirring and shaking, the resting time should be longer, 20-30 minutes, you can drink or spare.
3. The use of chlorite, i.e., bleach, can also play a role in disinfection. In the water has been purified, each liter of water drops of bleach 3, 4 drops, turbid water is doubled, shaking well, let stand for 30 minutes, you can drink or spare. Just some of the water bleach flavor a few, pay attention not to drink the precipitated turbidity together.
4. If the above disinfectant drugs are not available, happen to have a picnic with vinegar (white vinegar is fine), you can also disinfect the water. Pour some vinegar in the purified water, stir
After mixing, let it sit for 30 minutes and then you can drink it. Only the water has some sour flavor of vinegar.
5. In the altitude is not too high (altitude of 3,000 meters or less) and there is a fire in the case of Ding, the intention to boil for 5 minutes, is also a good way to disinfect the water.
Looking for water according to the weather