- Nationality
- British
- Born
- Not publicly confirmed
- Signature skills
- Military survival instruction, Navigation, Campcraft, Food procurement, Emergency preparedness
Background
Wiseman joined the Parachute Regiment in 1958 and passed SAS selection in 1959. He served in the SAS for 26 years, rising to warrant officer, with duties including survival instruction, selection training and operational research. After retiring in 1985 he became a survival author, consultant and instructor.
Survival philosophy
His approach adapts military-tested preparation and practical survival knowledge to many climates and emergencies, combining planning, campcraft, navigation, food procurement and first aid.
TV shows
- Castaway 2000 · BBC One · 2000 (selection and training)
Books
- The SAS Survival Handbook · 1986
Verified facts
- Wiseman is a British survival author, consultant and former SAS member. Source
- He joined the Parachute Regiment in 1958 and passed SAS selection in 1959. Source
- His official biography records 26 years in the SAS, promotion to warrant officer and retirement in 1985. Source
- He served as an SAS survival instructor and took part in selection training. Source
- The SAS Survival Handbook was first published in 1986 and covers campcraft, navigation, food and health. Source
- He provided survival training to the cast of Memphis Belle and became an instructor with Trueways Survival School. Source
- He contributed to selection and training for BBC One's Castaway 2000. Source
FAQs about John "Lofty" Wiseman
What is John "Lofty" Wiseman known for?
Writing The SAS Survival Handbook after a long career in the British Special Air Service.
What is John "Lofty" Wiseman's survival philosophy?
His approach adapts military-tested preparation and practical survival knowledge to many climates and emergencies, combining planning, campcraft, navigation, food procurement and first aid.
What TV shows has John "Lofty" Wiseman been on?
Castaway 2000 (BBC One, 2000 (selection and training)).
What books has John "Lofty" Wiseman written?
The SAS Survival Handbook (1986).