Arctic Blizzard Lesson. Exploring the Alaskan Arctic year after year, I've been buried by blizzards many times. Here's what I've learned: #1: Don't try to "outsmart" a blizzard by placing your tent behind a bluff, or a calm hollow, thinking it's safe...The blizzard will bury you. Instead, place your tent on a ridge. #2: Always keep your shovel with you! It's your only friend when you're buried alive! If you enjoy learning more about exploration, survival tips backcountry living and alaskan malam