Here in Montana, we’re used to driving in some pretty unforgiving weather conditions. Early and often we learn the wisdom of on-rig support, from glow sticks to roughand- ready food packs; indeed it is wise to travel with a kind of preparedness in all seasons when venturing out into the wild lands. Amongst our chains and Army-Navy survival food packs, you’ll also find an emergency spell kit with the following items:

• Candle
• Matches/lighter
• Compass
• Mirror
• Small boline blade
• Copy of the book Be Here Now by Ram Dass

If you encounter accident, injury, or misdirection, have a contingency travel plan in case emergency services need to search your vehicle for clues of your identity or whereabouts. Use the compass to get your bearings; pray to the direction you find yourself in. Envision your topical knowledge of where you are, and stay put for as long as you can. Use the boline to gather kindling and small shrub wood. Use the candle and matches to light a fire. If you are distressed, evoke the elements and observe a solution, or combat stress by reading from the monumental and visionary work of Baba Ram Dass.