The type of clothing you need to survive will depend largely on the weather and conditions you are in. Obviously if you're staying out in the dessert during warmer months, you would want to prepare yourself and your body for extreme heat. With that in mind, you probably wouldn't bring heavy fabrics like wool or polyester. In general when stocking up on appropriate survival clothing, it's wise to steer clear of the “cool” looking brands and fashionable items you might see in store windows. These are generally pricey and are meant to make you look the part but rarely come through as a valuable article of clothing for poor weather conditions. So pay close attention to the fabrics. If ever you're unsure of the type of fabric in a garment simply by feeling it with your fingers, check the back of the label. If for whatever reason, the label does not list it, don't purchase it.

Also, its important to keep in mind that just because it's hot during the day, doesn't mean it's going to be hot at night. Always take the time to fully understand the place you're visiting, the weather, and prepare for the unknown because it happens.

Take a look at page 2 to see if you have the right clothing for survival. 

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