If you were stranded in the mountains in the snow, what would you do?
By emagyne
@emagyne (664)
United States
December 5, 2006 11:50pm CST
I was watching the news or something and they were talking about that couple that got stranded in Oregon in the snow. The man was some big shot at CNet and he left and went to look for help but they cant find him now. The mother and two kids were found. She survived by breast feeding the kids and burnt the tires on the car to keep warm.
I dont know what I would do!! If I was in a car, I would probably run it off and on until the gas ran out and then, like her, I would start burning stuff. As far as food, I would just scout nearby to find things that look edible. They said she ate berries. And most of all, I would just pray!
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@maddog108 (3435)
• Australia
6 Dec 06
well it dosnt snow here but im right into camping so under normal curcomstances i would be very pre pared and have enough food water and a gas stove to last 2 weeks so i think i would be fine also i let others know were i am
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@cloud_kicker_32 (4635)
• United States
6 Dec 06
this made me wanna cry..i couldnt imagin going threw that!!and that boys and girls is why you always be prepared,,I have blankets,and extra clothing..canned food and yes can manula can opener..and cell phone..,,but if i was in the situation with nothing,,i really dont know how i would react or even if burning the tires would occur to me..but pleading and praying to God would be my first guess to start,..,im soo glad theer ok and i hope they find him!
@Cortney (3980)
• United States
7 Dec 06
That is a terrible situtation that I hope to never be in. You do what you have to do.
We are always traveling somewhere. I keep non perishable foods in a snack box in the car. I would do what you said and look nearby for anything to eat. I would find a way to build a fire to keep warm.
@creativedreamweaver (7297)
• United States
6 Dec 06
It's interesting you brought this up. I live in Southern Oregon about 60 miles or so south of where the woman was found. As of yet they haven't found the man. It is pretty sad. They are amazing survivalists though. It is really amazing that the three were found safe and well. The area they were in is very mountainous and forest land. It's pretty rugged. Back in February another family was lost in an area close to where these people were, they were fortunate enough to have a motor home and supplies. As for me, I don't know if I could do it. I would definitly be relying on prayer and God for my survival.
@Vivek_Nik (62)
• India
8 Dec 06
You need to be very enterprising and resourceful at times like this.. Very importantly you need to try and inform somebody about the situation. Then look out for food. If you could not contact anyone then maybe you will have to try and reach civilization yourself.
