Ark: Survival Evolved - Tips For Beginners Stay away from the water. Once you begin your journey in Ark, you will likely be spawned near some water or on the beach itself. ... Build a bed or two. ... Spawn in the right spot. ... Craft a Pickaxe. ... Stay near the beach. ... Avoid glowing dinos at all costs. ... Tame a Dodo. ... Build a modest base. More items... Jun 16, 2022