Category Archives: Signaling

A Few Uses For The Cheap Emergency Blankets

A Few Uses For The Cheap Emergency Blankets

Cheap Emergency Blankets They certainly have their place in a survival kit and can be used for a lot more than I talk about here.  But people also sometimes give them credit for being more useful and more durable than … Continue reading

Signal Mirrors

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Signal Mirrors A quick demo on what different signal mirrors and improvised signal mirrors look like from about 125 yards away, just to give you an idea of how quickly some improvised signal mirrors can degrade in effectiveness and a … Continue reading

Ground To Air Signals

Many people have heard about using tarps, emergency blankets, or other manmade material as an aid to help signal for recue.  But have you ever wondered what a ground to air signal looks like from the perspective of the aircraft pilot or search and … Continue reading

Night Time Rescue Signal

Buzz Saw Rescue Signal A Buzz Saw signal is a very effective way to attract the attention of a rescue aircraft personnel at night.  There are many different types of day and night signals.  Some that are effective night time … Continue reading