Outdoor survival is possible for weeks, without food, as long as you have clean, healthy water to drink, but knowing what to eat could certainly be helpful along the way. There are numerous edible plants in the wild. Learn how to identify these edible plants to ensure safety. Discovering the value of edible plants for nutrition is also a good idea.
You can learn about edible plants in the region where you will be traveling. There are so many edible plants in the world that it would be nearly impossible to memorize them all. Familiarize yourself with some basic varieties that are most likely to be abundant in your area. This will make your task simpler and less tedious.
Research edible plants by reading books or taking a course about edible plants in the wild. Be cautious because some plants are edible and safe for many individuals, but can bring about allergic reactions for others. Fiddlehead ferns are a great example of such a plant. This plant is available in health food stores, but for certain people, the plant can be dangerous. Before ingesting any new plant, experiment and study it. Do your best to determine if you are susceptible to a reaction from the plant...