How to Keep From Getting Lost in the Field
From your Archaeology Guide

The vegetation in rural farmfields can be very high indeed, and it is easy to get lost; here's how to avoid it

Difficulty Level: Average    Time Required: 30 minutes

1. Get maps of the area involved--topographic, street maps, soil maps, whatever you can find. 
2. Bring a compass--wear it around your neck is best.
3. Bring a loud whistle as well. Yelling won't be heard, but a whistle might
4. Pay attention to landmarks as you drive or walk around. 
5. If you are on foot, keep track of the number of paces you head in which direction.
6. Watch for farmhouses (but be aware of farm dogs)
7. Keep an eye out for directional indicators, such as fence and property lines and roads, which generally run north/south or east/west.
8. If you're lost near a stream, head downstream.
   

Tips:

1. The best tip is to pay attention! No daydreaming allowed, particularly if the crops are too high to see over. 
2. Cell phones and two-way radios will inform your friends that you are among the living, but not your location

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