Only 1% Of People Can Last Longer Than Bear Grylls. Can You?

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Bear Grylls has shown us over the years that he's one of the best survivalists in the world. And the reason he's so good is because he's willing to do whatever it takes to make it in the wilderness. Things that we would find unthinkable are just another day at work for ol' Bear Grylls, and he's really taught us how to survive in the wild over the years. Because you never know - you might find yourself lost in the woods at some point, needing to call upon the lessons you've learned watching Man Vs Wild.

But how closely were you really paying attention? Because in a few seconds, you're going to be transported deep into the wild, where no one can help you except your own wits. It's going to be a demanding journey that will take you to all four corners of the globe, in pretty much every survival situation you can think of. I'll give you fair warning - survival won't be easy. But if you get stuck, think to yourself, "What would Bear Grylls do in this situation?" That will usually be enough to save your life. Get ready, because your survival instincts are about to be tested...

 

Question 1

You Find Yourself Out Of Water With No Sources Nearby. What Do You Do?

One of the most common things that can happen in the wild is dying of thirst. You really don't appreciate how much you rely on water until you go a few hours without drinking any. Humans can only go about 24 hours without water until they start to suffer from the effects of dehydration. So how would you deal with it?

Question 2

You Are Starting A Fire To Call For Help But You Need To Create Thick Smoke. What Kind Of Fuel Do You Use For The Fire?

Another key point of survival is knowing when and how to call for rescue. Sometimes your only hope of survival is letting other people know that you're lost. One of the best ways to call for help is to start a fire, although it's essential that the fire causes thick smoke. What do you burn?

Question 3

What Do You Do If An Avalanche Is Headed Straight For You?

Another terrible survival situation is an avalanche. These situations can be deadly, and in truth there's not much you can do. If you're buried under the snow, you can only survive for a few minutes before you die from oxygen deprivation. There are a few things you can do to give yourself the best chance, though...

Question 4

You Have Just Stumbled Upon A Dead Yak. It Died Only Recently. How Do You Proceed?

A lot of people would say that in a survival situation, its essential to eat other wild animals when you can. But nine times out of ten, people have no idea how to eat a dead animal, or what the best way is to prepare their flesh to get the most nutrition. Let's say you stumbled upon a dead Yak. What would you do?

Question 5

What's The Best Way To Prevent Heatstroke In The Desert?

Heatstroke is the second most common form of death in the desert, besides dehydration. The sun can simply destroy your body, and it's always a good idea to try and prevent heatstroke whenever possible. But what's the best way to do this? Do you know the right answer?

Question 6

You Find A Puddle Of Elephant Dung. How Do You Proceed?

Elephant dung can seem like a pretty gross thing to come across in the wild. But is it really? True survivalists will know that Elephant dung can be very valuable to those trying to survive. But what exactly are you supposed to do with it? If you can answer this question correctly, you might just have a shot at surviving...

Question 7

What Should You Burn To Repel Mosquitoes?

Mosquitoes may not be the most deadly thing in the wilderness, but they're definitely a pain in the butt. Getting bitten constantly is going to make your quest for survival even more troublesome than it already is. But there is a quick and easy way to repel mosquitoes. But which of these items should you burn?

Question 8

You Are Being Attacked By A Pack Of Wolves. How Do You Proceed?

Deep in the forest, one of the most dangerous things you can possibly encounter is a pack of wolves. These creatures can work as a team and defeat pretty much any other animal in the wild if they catch them isolated - including you. So what's the best way to defend yourself against a Wolf?

Question 9

You Come Across A Dead Camel. Night Approaches. What Do You Do?

An ordinary person might find it strange when they come across a dead camel lying in the middle of the desert. But to the seasoned survivalist, this is a godsend. They know that this seemingly useless carcass presents a great opportunity to really show off one's survival skills. But do you know what to do with it?

Question 10

How Do You Find The North Star?

The North Star is an essential part of any good survivalist's knowledge. These veteran adventurers know that the North Star always shows up in the North part of the sky, and this can be very useful when trying to navigate when you're lost. But do you know how to find this star? Choose carefully...

Question 11

What Should You Do In A Lightning Storm?

Lightning Storms can pose another huge risk for people caught outside trying to survive. These storms are some of the most furious and dangerous things mother nature can throw at us, and it's important to know the best way to survive these things. It's pretty simple, but not everyone knows it...

Question 12

You Are On A Raft In The Middle Of The Pacific Ocean. You Manage To Find Some Fresh Water, But It's Full Of Bird Droppings. How Do You Proceed?

Imagine being on a raft in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Fresh drinking water is scarce, and you already drank so much of your own urine that it's no longer an option. Through some amazing ingenuity, you manage to find some fresh water. But it's full of bird droppings. How do you proceed?

Question 13

How Can You Purify Water Using Only Rocks?

The seasoned survivalist will know that there's a lot more than it meets the eye when it comes to your everyday, average rock. Believe it or not, rocks can be used to to do a wide variety of things that can help you survive. But what about purifying water? Is this even possible? Answer this question carefully...

Question 14

What Should You Do If You Have Been Stung By A Jellyfish?

Those who have been stung by a jellyfish know that it's one of the most painful experiences ever. But few realize how deadly it can be. Jellyfish are actually poisonous, and people have died before as a result. If you get stung, doing the wrong thing can have dire consequences. So what's the RIGHT thing to do?

Question 15

You Manage To Kill A Moose. What Do You Do Next?

So you've finally managed to kill that Moose you've been hunting for the last few days. You're hungry, cold, and ready to eat. But wait. What do you do next? The seasoned survivalist knows that the way you deal with a dead animal is very important if you want to eat it. But what would you do next after killing it?

Question 16

What's The Best Way To Desalinate Sea Water?

One of the toughest things to do in the wild is desalinate sea water. As you probably know, drinking sea water can have some serious side-effects, and can even kill you. But sometimes it gets so desperate that you just have to try. There is a way in which you can desalinate drinking water. But do you know what it is...?

Question 17

If You're Going To Drink Your Own Urine, What's The Best Way To Do It?

You should know by now that drinking your own urine is pretty much the only acceptable way to survive in the wild. If Bear Grylls does it, you know it's the right thing to do. But how exactly does one drink their own urine? Any seasoned survivalist will tell you that there's one way to do it that's the best.

Question 18

Which Plant Is Safe To Eat?

When trying to figure out which plants are safe to eat, there's a long and arduous process that must be undertaken. Many a hiker has died because they ate the wrong type of plant, or tasted a berry that was poisonous. This is something you must be really careful about. But which plants are generally safe to eat?

Question 19

What's The Best Way To Escape From Quicksand?

Escaping from quicksand is another one of the toughest and most frightening things mother nature can throw your way. It has been the cause of many people's deaths over the years, and it often pops up in movies and TV shows. But the seasoned survivalist knows how to escape from this. Do you?

Question 20

What's The Quickest And Easiest Way To Obtain Purified Water?

Sometimes you need clean drinking water - and fast. Sometimes there's no time to go through all the necessary steps that one would usually take to make sure their water is clean, and you just need to drink - now. There is a way to do this, and this shortcut is quick and easy. But do you know what it is?

Question 21

How Should You Store Your Food In Your Camp?

Food storage is another really important part of survival. Many amateur survivalists have woken up only to find that some mischievous bear or critter has stolen it in the middle of the night. Or even worse, you could find yourself fighting a bear because they were attracted by the smell. So how would you store it?

Question 22

How Do You Use The Moonlight To Call For Help?

Some say that at night, you might as well give up on calling for help. But any seasoned survivalist knows that the moonlight can be used to call for help. Some would even say that certain signals are more visible at night, because of the darkness. It's true that you can use the moonlight to call for help. But how?

Question 23

You Need To Cross A Body Of Freezing Water But Have No Wetsuit. How Do You Proceed?

Sometimes in extremely cold conditions, swimming in icy waters just isn't possible. There's a real risk of developing hypothermia and dying. But sometimes it's just imperative that you cross a cold body of water in order to get to the other side. Seasoned survivalists know that there is indeed a trick that works...

Question 24

Where Is The Best Place To Sleep In The Alaskan Wilderness?

The Alaskan wilderness is definitely one of the most dangerous places to try and survive. Not only it is extremely cold, but it's also home to some seriously dangerous predators, namely Grizzly Bears. But you never know, at some point you may have to spend the night there. So where would you sleep?

Question 25

How Do You Get Water Off A Slightly Wet, Rocky Cliff Face?

Obtaining moisture is perhaps even more important than trying to find food when surviving, as you can go without food for much longer than you can go without water. Even small amounts of water, like slightly wet cliffs, must not be ignored if you want to survive. But how do you obtain the water from a slightly wet cliff face? Seems impossible, right?

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