Good advice about the topo map and compass and, if at all possible, scout the are in good weather so you know the terrain.
Mobile phone, GPS, as noted, sometimes don't work. Keep electronics under all your clothing layers.
Making mental note of the terrain, ridges, etc. Only helps if the conditions are good.
I remember walking into an area I never was in before in Garrett County. There was already enough snow on the ground to make walking difficult. I decided I could always follow my foot prints back to the parking area. Then it began snowing again. My foot prints behind me were filling up. There was a ridge on my right going in so I thought if I kept it on my left going out I'd find my way back. Then a whiteout happened.
Good advice on the fire starting methods, etc. I'd add a loud whistle as well. For really remote areas you may want to think of an ELT of some sort. Watch Dave Pelides videos.
Mobile phone, GPS, as noted, sometimes don't work. Keep electronics under all your clothing layers.
Making mental note of the terrain, ridges, etc. Only helps if the conditions are good.
I remember walking into an area I never was in before in Garrett County. There was already enough snow on the ground to make walking difficult. I decided I could always follow my foot prints back to the parking area. Then it began snowing again. My foot prints behind me were filling up. There was a ridge on my right going in so I thought if I kept it on my left going out I'd find my way back. Then a whiteout happened.
Good advice on the fire starting methods, etc. I'd add a loud whistle as well. For really remote areas you may want to think of an ELT of some sort. Watch Dave Pelides videos.