Survival Techniques - World Regions

World Regions - Survival Techniques

Andes Mountains

Nepal & Tibet

Sahara Desert

Amazon Rainforest

Australia

Artic

Scandinavia

Vikings from Scandinavia survived through skilled seafaring, farming, fishing, and raiding. They built advanced longships for exploration and warfare, while also trading goods across Europe.

Vikings from Europe

Their techniques were essential in harsh climates and deeply tied to their warrior culture and Norse mythology.

Sherpas, from Nepal and Tibet, excel in high-altitude survival due to their genetic adaptation to low oxygen levels. They employ advanced climbing techniques and are skilled in navigating treacherous terrain.

Sherpa of Nepal & Tibet

Their life is deeply connected to the Himalayas, blending Buddhism and animism. This spiritual connection influences their approach to mountaineering.

The Inuit of the Arctic use igloos for shelter, hunt seals and whales, and fish for food. Their clothing is made from animal skins for warmth. They travel by kayak and dog sled. These techniques are crucial for survival and integral to their cultural identity.

Inuit of the Artic

These practices are deeply tied to Inuit traditions, spirituality, and communal life.

They use techniques like agroforestry, traditional hunting, and medicinal plants to survive. Groups like the Yanomami, Kayapo, and Ashaninka practice these techniques, tailored to their environment and traditions.

Indigenous in the Amazon Rainforest

These methods are crucial to their culture and identity, reflecting their deep connection to the rainforest

One notable technique is the use of "fire-stick farming" where controlled burns are used to manage landscapes, promote the growth of edible plants, and attract game. Different people across Australia use these techniques, passing down knowledge through generations.

Indigenous Australians

It reflects deep knowledge of the land and its cycles, guiding sustainable living and reinforcing the connection between people and their environment.

They use efficient water storage, build protective shelters from natural materials, and navigate using celestial markers and landmarks. These techniques are essential to their survival and are closely tied to their cultural identities.

Tuareg & Bedouin in the Sahara Desert

The Tuareg and Bedouin, with their rich traditions and knowledge, exemplify resilience in one of the world's most challenging environments.

They carved flat terraces into steep hillsides to grow crops like potatoes and maize, allowing for efficient water use and preventing soil erosion. This technique maximized arable land and protected against flooding, crucial in the high-altitude environment.

Inca in the Andes Mountains

It symbolized their connection to nature and ingenuity. Today, Andean communities still use this technique to farm.