# Here's How to Survive in the Desert | Survival Sullivan ![rw-book-cover](https://readwise-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/static/images/article4.6bc1851654a0.png) URL:: https://www.survivalsullivan.com/survive-in-the-desert/ Author:: Mira J. Ross ## Highlights > Contrary to popular belief, not all cactus plants are good sources of water. In reality, a majority of cactus plants are poisonous, and drinking its water could either kill you or make you seriously ill. ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767588)) > Follow Animal Life ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767593)) > Look for Green Life ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767594)) > Dried River Beds & Canyons > Dried up river beds is a source for water because not all water has dried up. If you dig deep enough you’ll be able to find some. > Upstream and tucked in a shadowy canyon you’ll possibly find water. Most canyons that stay shaded during the hottest parts of the days are home to a supply of water. > Look for Reflections > When you’ve exhausted all your options, find a high place and scope the terrain for reflections. Water reflects. > Take note and map your course to the water source ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767597)) --- Title: Here's How to Survive in the Desert | Survival Sullivan Author: Mira J. Ross Tags: readwise, articles date: 2024-01-30 --- # Here's How to Survive in the Desert | Survival Sullivan ![rw-book-cover](https://readwise-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/static/images/article4.6bc1851654a0.png) URL:: https://www.survivalsullivan.com/survive-in-the-desert/ Author:: Mira J. Ross ## AI-Generated Summary None ## Highlights > Contrary to popular belief, not all cactus plants are good sources of water. In reality, a majority of cactus plants are poisonous, and drinking its water could either kill you or make you seriously ill. ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767588)) > Follow Animal Life ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767593)) > Look for Green Life ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767594)) > Dried River Beds & Canyons > Dried up river beds is a source for water because not all water has dried up. If you dig deep enough you’ll be able to find some. > Upstream and tucked in a shadowy canyon you’ll possibly find water. Most canyons that stay shaded during the hottest parts of the days are home to a supply of water. > Look for Reflections > When you’ve exhausted all your options, find a high place and scope the terrain for reflections. Water reflects. > Take note and map your course to the water source ([View Highlight](https://instapaper.com/read/1354040883/14767597))