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The desert survival guide
Updated on 30 July 2017

The Bedouin were the people of the desert, often in transit, moving from water well to water well, avoiding or joining various tribal conflicts, and following the seasons for good weather bringing its vegetation for their animals. It was a very hard life; out in the elements with only fabric as their shelter - the tent.

What skills can they teach the adventurous visitor to their territory now?

Should you find yourself stuck in the desert, a modern Bedouin would go straight to their phone. Having the Dubai Police Application on your phones with a fully charged phone battery and car adaptor are now your essential tools for survival. Included in the app is an SOS (Save Our Souls) button. Even with no data package, switch on the mobile data and go to the app. When the big red button is pressed, it sends your GPS location to the emergency control room. An officer will call you for more details of the emergency and will come rescue you by car or helicopter. This app will work even beyond Dubai boundaries.

However, it’s essential to know methods to protect yourself and feel comfortable out in the desert conditions to enjoy one of nature’s most beautiful environments. 

When leaving for the desert always go with certified professionals or trusted friends and family; never alone with strangers. When leaving on your adventure, tell someone of your plans, including a time table and the vehicle description you will be going in. Then take with you, plenty of water (average 3 litres per person per day) and snacks which can take the desert sun and heat; such as dates, teas, dried food and flour. Matches for lighting a fire are also essential as is a blanket, a shovel and a metal pot. A blanket can provide shade when tucked into closed car windows and pinned down at an angle or towards a tree. To keep cooler, dig under the shade of the tent you have made as sand below the surface is cooler and more comfortable. A shovel is a helpful tool as are metal tracks from car or sporting shops in the region to help excavate yourself from sunken tires.

Before setting off, ensure you have a fourwheel drive vehicle.

If for some unforeseen circumstance you are in a sandy plot with only a two-wheel drive vehicle, know that it is your back wheels with the power and therefore the reverse gear is the best option. Never spin your wheels once you realise you are stuck, as your tires will only sink, making the challenge of moving even harder. Remember you are driving on fine grains of sand. Reduce your tire pressure while counting to 25 on each tire or to 15psi. Dig sand away from around your tires to make the smoothest surface possible and place greenery, car mats, or metal or wooden slats you brought with you down on the sand, up against the tires of the direction you plan to go. If you have any liquid beyond litres of water for your own consumption, wetting the sand can help firm it up. Once you plan to accelerate, do so very slowly or from a higher gear and with the four-wheel option in effect. Turning left and right quickly as you try to get out will also help. Once you are moving, drive swiftly and continue to move the steering wheel left and right as you drive back the way you came. 

In the desert...

After gathering firewood, light a fire and ensure you have enough firewood to sustain it for a few hours. Remember the desert can be quite cold in the summer but reaches scorching temperatures in the summer. Mix flour and water into a flat bread shape and lay it within the following layers: burning coals, sand, the dough, sand and glowing coals from the fire. Let it bake for roughly an hour and uncover. The bread is done when tapping on it reveals a hollow sound. Knock the sand off from the bread and it is ready to eat. Interestingly desert sand will not stick to the bread crust like beach sand. Pair it with dates and possibly a pot of tea you made over the fire and you have a traditional, humble meal of a Bedouin. Should you run out of water...do not hesitate to call the authorities. But worstcase scenario, rest in the sunlight hours and search for water near sunset. Digging straight down near the roots of trees will often yield a water supply. In a barren desert, try your luck where a sand dune meets a flat area of sand. At that angled point dig straight down. Trees which yield a white creamy film when the leaves or branches are cut are poisonous and should not be eaten. Trees that do not, can provide nutrition from their leaves, especially young sprouts as well as sucking on their roots. However, when searching for water or firewood, do not wander beyond keeping your car in view. It is very easy to get lost and confused in the desert. Thinking wandering on foot will be more helpful but it will not. Always stay with your car.

The desert is as enchanting and peaceful as it is daunting and dangerous. With the right preparation, knowledge and respect for nature, it can be enjoyed by those indigenous to her qualities as well as those first-time explorers. 

With thanks to... 

Salamah Ghudayer from the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding. Call 04-3536666. www.cultures.ae

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A free yoga event will be held on Wednesday, 21 June at Danube Sports World for International Yoga Day
The show will be held on 30 October
The show ill be held on 5 May at 2pm at Galeries Lafayette Atrium
Fun activities for the last week of the month!
Enjoy live performances, dining, music and more
Fun activities for the weekend
Indian actor and comedian Vir Das is set to perform in Dubai in 28 September at Dubai Opera
The exhibition is on from 11 to 15 May
The triathlon will be held on 2 October
DSS is returning for over nine weeks of amazing sales and entertainment
Delight in a brilliant electronic dance music lineup of Don Diablo, Yellow Claw, Aly & Fila, VINAI, DubVision and DJ Pink Panda
The firework show will be held at 10pm at Dubai Festival City Mall
A comedy show without getting off the sofa
The event will run from 27 to 29 May
Amazing events to make this weekend a fun one!
Another week, some more activities
The singer will perform on 8 October at the Coca Cola Arena
Amazing events to make this weekend one to remember
Delight in an amazing concert on 22 September at The Agenda, Dubai Media City, with two iconic boybands, A1 and 911
The event will be held from 18 to 20 March
Brilliant events to make the weekend a memorable one
A round up of some exciting things to do over the next 7 days starting from this weekend!
Delight in a great show with comedians, Paul McCaffrey, Joe Larson and Meghan Hanley
The digital show will transform the artworks of the 12-year-old artist, Karolina Sávolt
The event will be held on 24 November
Where to find free sweet treats and outings to celebrate birthdays
From laughter shows, concerts and more, there is something for all to enjoy!
Get ready for 10 days of non-stop laughter
Events that will make this weekend one to remember!
The musical show will be run from 13 to 15 May
Enjoy a spectacular show this National Day
Top things to do in Downtown Dubai, DIFC, Business Bay, Al Meydan and Dubai Design District
The 90-minute show features 23 artists performing their signature dances
The show will be held on 9 October
Exciting events to check out this weekend
Enjoy an amazing performance by the artist for Eid on 23 April at Coca-Cola Arena
Enjoy endless fun throughout the summer at Dubai Summer Surprises
Exciting events to check out
The band will perform in Dubai on 9 June, 20 years after their last performance here
Things you can do for New Year's Eve.
Amazing activities to enjoy this weekend!
Six comedians over 10 shows with two separate lineups
Watch performances from the boyband BTS and experience Parasite live
The musical will run from 3 to 12 October at Dubai Opera
The event will be held from 16 to 18 December
Watch Blue, Boyzlife and Five perform on 13 October at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium
Your little ones will thank you.
Dubai stands in line with cities like Paris, Milan, London and New York, so you can never be bored of this city. There are a million of things to see, try, and taste!
The festival will be held from 9 to 11 December
The IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships is running now until 20 June and is free to attend
The exhibition will run till 30 November
Awesome events to enjoy in Dubai!
Time for a break and some fun this weekend
Ten full weeks of Dubai Summer Surprises starts from 1 July running until 4 September
The award winning comedian is appearing for one night only on 25 March
Top things to do in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Emirates Living, Jebel Ali, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)
The hub will run from 1 April to 21 September
The event will run from 31 March to 9 April at Sound Stages, Dubai Studio City with up to 90% off on various books
Famous British Indie pop band Bastille is all set to perform in Coca-Cola Arena on 1 November 2023. Tickets for the concert start from Dhs 199 and goes up to Dhs 350.
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