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Where might you signal if a dense wet forest hides you from aircraft?

Consider a nearby open area, and mark your route.

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  1. A meadow or other visible opening ✔
  2. Deeper under the thickest canopy
  3. Inside a hollow log

Why: A meadow or stream bank may be easier to see from the air. Consider the move carefully and mark the route so you can return.

Huh, didn't know that: Dense tree cover can make signals difficult for rescuers to see.

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The meadow opened up because it wanted better visibility.
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Answer: A meadow or other visible opening. A meadow or stream bank may be easier to see from the air. Consider the move carefully and mark the route so you can return.

  1. Wilderness Survival Merit Badge Pamphlet filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Pamphlets/Wilderness%20Survival.pdf
    you might need to move a short distance to a meadow, stream bank, or other open area visible from an aircraft.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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