Explore from safety
The yard is big. Map while safe, mark bugs and resources, then push outward in short trips you can survive.
The labs
Labs hold recipes and story. They are guarded, so enter armed and knowing the exit before you commit.
Use elevation
Climb grass and stems for a view. Height shows routes and threats you cannot see from the ground, and shortcuts you can use.
Know your exit
Before any deep push, know how to get home. A planned retreat beats a desperate one when stamina runs out.
Map as you go
Mark every resource and threat you find. A marked map is a base you can return to without re-learning the yard.