In colder environments, the key to survival is keeping warm, whether it be through an internal source, such as conserving body heat and minimizing sweat or an external source, such as a fire or another source of heat.
To stay warm, remember the acronym C.O.L.D:
C.O.L.D = The Key To Keeping Warm
- Keep it (C) lean – Dirt and grease block air spaces!
- Avoid (O) verheating – Ventilate!
- Wear it (L) oose – Allow the air and blood to circulate!
- Keep it (D) ry – Outside and Inside!