There have been a series of cases of children, students, and adults getting lost in the forest in many localities in recent days.
Most recently, five students in Ho Chi Minh City stopped their motorbikes on the side of the road and went to Lang Biang Mountain in Lac Duong District (Lam Dong Province) to play. Unfortunately, they got lost and were rescued by authorities.
Recent cases of people getting lost in the forest among many age groups show that a large part of Vietnamese people today lack basic knowledge and skills when entering the forest.
The mountains and forests are always full of unexpected dangers, and not everyone has the skills to deal with them. Not knowing how to navigate, use a map, or simply not knowing how to find water and food in the forest can lead to serious consequences, such as getting lost, becoming dehydrated, becoming exhausted, or even being in danger of death.
Reality has proven that lack of skills when entering the forest not only endangers the person himself, but also creates burden and trouble for the authorities.
Mobilizing search and rescue forces is costly and time-consuming. Meanwhile, these forces are already faced with many other tasks, from rescue to maintaining social order and safety.
Every time a rescue operation is organized, not only is it a sacrifice of time and effort, but sometimes the rescue forces themselves also encounter no less danger.
The current situation where a large portion of Vietnamese people lack basic knowledge and skills when entering the forest is primarily due to the lack of training and education on necessary life skills in schools or community programs.
In many countries, bushcraft, survival, first aid, and emergency response skills have become an important part of the curriculum. However, in Vietnam, these skills seem to have received less attention.
In addition, people's subjective mentality is also part of the cause. Many people consider going into the forest or climbing mountains as a simple outing without being aware of the potential dangers.
They often go on impulse, without proper preparation, without bringing necessary equipment, or without any knowledge of orientation. As a result, just one misdirection and the risk of getting lost is inevitable.
It is important to emphasize that going into the forest is not a joke. It is a challenging and dangerous experience without basic knowledge and skills. If you are not equipped with the necessary skills, you should consider participating in these activities, or at least have an experienced guide accompany you.
To enter the forest, people first need to equip themselves with basic survival skills. Because the forest is not a place to show off adventure. Your own safety, avoiding causing trouble for the community and authorities, is what should be prioritized instead of being reckless!
