Katmandu
26th September 2012, 05:25 PM
Many decades ago most kids could do most of the things on this list. Nowadays it is a rare occurrence. Yes there still are a few out there, and any kid nowadays that can do what is on this list is one Bad-A** kid.
Boy Scouts of the olden days what happened to you? How about replacing sex education in local schools with a class covering the topics below. Better yet, parents that can pass these skills on to their kids.
32 Survival Skills Your Child Should Know and Be Able to Do ASAP!
http://thesurvivalmom.com/2012/09/25/32-survival-skills-your-child-should-know-and-be-able-to-do-asap/
This list by Becky P. was a finalist in our List Contest. Thanks, Becky, for an excellent entry!
32 Survival Skills Your Child Should Know and Be Able to Do ASAP!
Knowledge is something that takes time to develop, so we need to start teaching the next generation now. In case God forbid, our children are left to fend for themselves or we are injured or even just to make your family more apt to survive, every child must learn these survival skills so they can pull their own weight and contribute as much as they can. If your family learns now to be a well oiled machine, you will be more likely to survive any type of collapse.
Grow vegetables from seeds
Have local edible and medicinal plant foraging skills
Knowledge of dietary needs and how to meet them using wild plants and game
Make a fire and know fire safety
Cook on an open fire
Open a can of food with and without can opener (rub can lid ridge on cement and then pry open with knife)
Be able to tell if food is too spoiled to eat
How to safely use a knife
How to shoot a sling shot
How to hunt small game with snares, traps and sling shot
How to fish and hunt-bow & gun when old enough
How to clean fish and wild game
Find water and identify if it’s safe to drink
Filter and boil water to drink
Basic first aid
Basic hygiene practices
Find or build a shelter in the wilderness
How to stay warm, cool and dry in the elements
How, Why and When to stay hidden
Self defense
How to make a basic weapon and how to use it
Be able to run and walk a good distance and be in generally good shape
How to climb a tree- to get away from predators, get directional bearings, and hunt.
How to read a map and use a compass
How to read the sky for directions, time and approaching bad weather
Know where family and friends live if they need to find them
How to sew so they can mend clothing or any fabric and even make things such as bags or scrap quilts
How to bargain and trade (Kids naturally do this with their toys so teach them at garage sales.)
How to be responsible for themselves and to be aware of their surroundings at all times
Have a natural curiosity and good problem solving skills
Be hard working and a self starter and a family helper not a complainer!
Have a strong faith in God (morals, memorize bible verses, prayers, songs, and have a hope for heaven)
Boy Scouts of the olden days what happened to you? How about replacing sex education in local schools with a class covering the topics below. Better yet, parents that can pass these skills on to their kids.
32 Survival Skills Your Child Should Know and Be Able to Do ASAP!
http://thesurvivalmom.com/2012/09/25/32-survival-skills-your-child-should-know-and-be-able-to-do-asap/
This list by Becky P. was a finalist in our List Contest. Thanks, Becky, for an excellent entry!
32 Survival Skills Your Child Should Know and Be Able to Do ASAP!
Knowledge is something that takes time to develop, so we need to start teaching the next generation now. In case God forbid, our children are left to fend for themselves or we are injured or even just to make your family more apt to survive, every child must learn these survival skills so they can pull their own weight and contribute as much as they can. If your family learns now to be a well oiled machine, you will be more likely to survive any type of collapse.
Grow vegetables from seeds
Have local edible and medicinal plant foraging skills
Knowledge of dietary needs and how to meet them using wild plants and game
Make a fire and know fire safety
Cook on an open fire
Open a can of food with and without can opener (rub can lid ridge on cement and then pry open with knife)
Be able to tell if food is too spoiled to eat
How to safely use a knife
How to shoot a sling shot
How to hunt small game with snares, traps and sling shot
How to fish and hunt-bow & gun when old enough
How to clean fish and wild game
Find water and identify if it’s safe to drink
Filter and boil water to drink
Basic first aid
Basic hygiene practices
Find or build a shelter in the wilderness
How to stay warm, cool and dry in the elements
How, Why and When to stay hidden
Self defense
How to make a basic weapon and how to use it
Be able to run and walk a good distance and be in generally good shape
How to climb a tree- to get away from predators, get directional bearings, and hunt.
How to read a map and use a compass
How to read the sky for directions, time and approaching bad weather
Know where family and friends live if they need to find them
How to sew so they can mend clothing or any fabric and even make things such as bags or scrap quilts
How to bargain and trade (Kids naturally do this with their toys so teach them at garage sales.)
How to be responsible for themselves and to be aware of their surroundings at all times
Have a natural curiosity and good problem solving skills
Be hard working and a self starter and a family helper not a complainer!
Have a strong faith in God (morals, memorize bible verses, prayers, songs, and have a hope for heaven)