Texas Hunter Education Certification Practice Exam

What should you do if you become lost while hunting?

1. Keep moving and search for the exit

2. Wait for someone to find you without moving

3. Make a shelter, stay put and signal for help

4. Try to find your way during the night

The correct answer is: Make a shelter, stay put and signal for help

The correct approach if you become lost while hunting is to make a shelter, stay put, and signal for help. This strategy is fundamental for survival in the wilderness. When you stay in one place, you conserve energy and increase the likelihood of being found by searchers who will typically look for you where you last had known your location. Building a shelter can provide protection from the elements and help to maintain body heat. Signaling for help using mirrors, whistles, or brightly colored clothing can draw attention to your location if someone is searching for you. Continuing to move in search of an exit can lead to further disorientation or even dangerous situations if you wander deeper into unfamiliar terrain. Waiting without taking any action can leave you vulnerable in harsh weather conditions or risks missing out on rescuers attempting to locate you. Trying to find your way during the night is especially risky due to decreased visibility and the inability to navigate effectively without familiar landmarks.