Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe Season 1 Episode 1 The Call of the Wild

  • TV-PG
  • July 19, 2019
  • 31 min

Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe is an informative television series aimed at teaching viewers the essential skills required to remain safe and comfortable when exploring the great outdoors. Season 1 of the show comprises of several episodes, each focused on a specific topic related to outdoor safety.

The first episode of Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe season 1 is titled 'The Call of the Wild,' and it provides an overview of what viewers can expect from the entire season. It starts with the series host and expert adventurer, Alex, deep in the wilderness, surrounded by towering trees, and the sound of a distant eagle.

Alex begins the episode by addressing one of the most important elements of outdoor safety: preparation. She explains that before embarking on any outdoor adventure, it is crucial to prepare adequately, including packing the right gear and clothing, bringing enough food and water, and studying the weather forecast.

To illustrate this point effectively, Alex is joined by a group of campers with wildly varying levels of preparedness. Some have the right equipment but forgot the essentials, like a map, while others have literally packed their entire home into oversized camping bags. By seeing these people’s different mistakes and successes, viewers gain a clear understanding of how to prepare for their own trip.

During the episode, Alex also dives deep into the topic of wildlife safety, which is a crucial aspect of outdoor survival. She stresses the importance of understanding the animals that reside in the wilderness and their behavior. The episode also features a trip to a nearby wildlife park, where Alex demonstrates animal safety techniques and offers viewers a behind-the-scenes look at how park rangers take care of the animals. Alex emphasizes the importance of keeping a safe distance from wildlife and always being mindful of their surrounding.

The host also touches on the topic of first aid - another critical aspect of outdoor safety. Alex provides viewers several important tips such as how to create a basic first aid kit, performing CPR, as well as the importance of sanitization and knowing basic first aid procedures.

In addition, 'The Call of the Wild' also offers suggestions and insights into how to handle various outdoor emergency situations - such as getting lost, encountering dangerous weather conditions, stranded vehicles, and more. Alex shares tips and tricks to stay safe and calm during such situations, and shows what viewers can carry in their backpacks for such situations.

Lastly, the episode concludes on a positive note by showcasing the joys of being in nature and appeciating the beauty of the outdoors. Alex explains how spending time in nature is not just for survival, but for personal growth and well-being too.

Overall, Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe season 1 episode 1, 'The Call of the Wild,' is an informative and exciting start to the series. With its helpful advice and interesting scenarios, viewers gain insight into how to remain safe and comfortable while exploring the wilderness. With Alex as the host, the show proves to be a helpful and entertaining way to learn about outdoor safety.

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Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe, Season 1 Episode 1, is available to watch and stream on The Great Courses Signature Collection. You can also buy, rent Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe on demand at Prime Video, Amazon, Hoopla online.
  • First Aired
    July 19, 2019
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    31 min
  • Language
    English