Can a Survival Instructor use their training outside the military?
by Brance Keesecker
1. Where can I use the training beyond military operations?
1.1. Will I be able to use the training I've received to teach people at my residence?
1.1.1. Do a hands on walking survey of my property.
1.2. Would it be more beneficial to use a Wildlife Management area and get granted permission?
1.2.1. Talk with local Biologists or Wildlife officials.
2. Who Would be interested in learning about survival?
2.1. Would people in my area be interested or have a need to learn survival skills?
2.1.1. Conduct an online survey of the local community.
2.2. Are there any agencies in the area that could benefit from this type of training?
2.2.1. Talk to local agencies or web search local departments about their existing training.
3. How do I become a better survival instructor?
3.1. Are there any courses outside of the military i could take to better serve the community?
3.1.1. Do online searches that relate to rescue courses.
3.2. Locally are there any incidents that I could study to improve teachings or training in my area?
3.2.1. Look through local newspaper archives online.
4. What is survival training?
4.1. How would I define survival training and some of a persons basic survival needs
4.1.1. Refer to a dictionary for a basic definition.
4.2. How would survival training be beneficial to an individual or family?
4.2.1. Refer to magazine articles/online searches about tips and benefits or successful survival accounts.