4. Hunker down

Because daytime temperatures in the desert might fry you, by the time sunset rolls around, it's a huge relief. But then comes the reality of nighttime in the desert. In many desert locations, once the heat of the day dissipates, the temperature starts to drop, and drop, and drop, until you're now freezing. Shelter and warmth will go a long way toward keeping your energy and spirits up in the desert wilderness, so finding a cozy spot to hunker down before it gets cold is almost as important as finding a shady spot during the day.

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