5. Build/Find a Shelter
Finding shelter is an important aspect of survival. You need to find a place to rest, while also protecting yourself from the elements, such as wind and rain.
Find a Cave Shelter:
If you are able to find a cave, then choose this as your first option of shelter.
However, before entering the cave, make sure that it is not occupied by animals, such as bears.
If there are no available caves, then your next best option is to create a "Lean-To Shelter". These are relatively easy to make in a short time, so that you can begin focusing your efforts on other survival tasks.
Creating a "Lean-To" shelter:
Step 1: Find a large branch and lean one end onto a tree.
Step 2: Place smaller branches at 45 degree angles along the length of the large branch.
Step 3: Cover the entire structure with leaves and foliage.