I haven't read the entire post as most of it is probably highly predictable
However, there is only one safe course of action. Find a field, and put the kite down in it then wander to the nearest petrol station to ask for directions. You could also use this time on the ground to stop for a picnic before you head on your way if you liked, I'm sure the local farmer would provide a scrumptious Ploughmans.....
Of course if you live in the 21st centaury rather than the 1930's, you could whip out your GPS and it'd tell you 5 times per second where you are.....