SpiritusSystems, 2023 ▶ Patrol Basics: How to Sleep in a Non-Permissive Environment, Tips and Tricks
Trying to achieve optimal sleep in non-optimal conditions.
Tldr
Sleep on the ground, with as little sleep equipment as you can. Dress in layers to stay warm enough. Find cover and concealment.
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Notes
- 4 hours per 24 hour period is not enough sleep, you WILL fall asleep even while walking.
- 8-9 hours is the new standard (Ideally)
- woovee? seems like a very lightweight blanket
- sleeping pad, not just for the padding but for insulation!
- woovee + Poncho
- a bug net is actually a great idea
- secure your equipment agains emergencies, wind, etc.
Site selection
- look for somewhere with cover & concealment
- look into a Ranger Grave
- dig out a small trench to sleep in
- make your position known to the guard/others
Dress in layers
Dressing in layers makes it easier to sleep in your gear. don’t forget wet weather gear, to avoid hypothermia.
Layers:
- Field top
- Smock
- Wet weather gear (Full zip)
- Poncho (Always good to bring)
- Level 7 Parka
- Hat & Gloves
Hot-swapping sleep equipment
setup your sleep area with double the equipment and trade off sleep and patrol positions.
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optimal sleep in non-optimal conditions