RE: Lost in the woods
Been "turned around" more times than I can count, but only once would I consider myself lost.
Early in my hunting career chasing deer in un-familiar territory and without a compass... recipe for trouble or what ?!!
Ended up close enough to a highway that every time a semi went down I could just barely hear it.
Just kept listening for that next truck to keep a bearing.
Since then, I ALWAYS carry two compasses with me on every hunting trip. GPS are great tools to have, but don't rely on that as your only means of navigation.
A decent quality LED flashlight, a compass, fire starter, and a little survival knowledge will help ensure you return safely.