Semester Long-Survival Skills and More with a Marine (2nd Sem)take in any order
Ben Franklin (M.Ed, M.Div, MBS, BS, Veteran)
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In this 15 week class, students will learn to survive in wilderness scenarios and apply knowledge as we problem solve topics each week.
Class experience
As a former member of a Marine Corps Sniper Team, I spent many months in forests, deserts, and unpredictable environments. The military survival instruction I received was critical to my success. And I want to share that knowledge with you! This course is geared towards 8-13 year-old students (though the content is appropriate for students of all ages). All students are welcome to attend! This 15-week course will include instruction in...
15 lessons//15 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Rule of 3'sRule of 3's shows us we can survive 3 min without oxygen, 3 days without water and 3 weeks without food. But is it true? I'll help you understand the rule of 3's because they depend on you and your situation.Week 2Lesson 2Functional RaftIn this fieldcraft class, we will look how to build a functional raft as well as other flotation aids and the importance and proper use of matches.Week 3Lesson 3ForagingForaging is the skill of obtaining food in a wilderness environment and includes wild vegetables, fruits, and critters. We will look at the do's and don'ts of foraging--what you should and should not eat to survive.Week 4Lesson 4Plant IdentificationIn this class we will identify and discuss plants that are deadly to humans. These are plants you must be able to identify and avoid.Week 5Lesson 5Fires and KindlingTo survive in the wilderness you will want a fire. In order to have a fire you must have kindling. If you cannot find kindling, you must make your own. You will know how to do just that after this class.Week 6Lesson 6Basic and Advanced KnotsIn this class we will identify and practice basic and advanced knots that will help you be a more effective survivalist.Week 7Lesson 7Fire Starting and TinderIn this class, I will show you different fire starting methods and burning of multiple types of tinders. You will be able to start fires with many different types of tinders after this class.Week 8Lesson 8Cold Weather SurvivalCold weather survival is extremely difficult. Students will learn how to prioritize and survive when the temperature drops.Week 9Lesson 9FloodsIt seems floods are happening more and more. You will learn about different types of floods; avoidance; and how to survive if you get swept away.Week 10Lesson 10Snares and trapsAll about snares and traps.Week 11Lesson 11Predator or PreyIdentifying animals in your area is essential to survival. In this class, you'll learn to identify predators and prey, as well as how to use animal tracks to survive or be rescued.Week 12Lesson 12No Map? No problem.In this class I will show you how to make your way through the wilderness with nothing but your wits. You will learn to read the environment to determine which way to go---without a compass or map.Week 13Lesson 13EscapeSometimes the best--and only--course of action is to ESCAPE! Students will learn how to escape from multiple treacherous scenarios.Week 14Lesson 14PreventionThey say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure--and they're right! Students will learn about prevention and how to avoid making a tough situation worse.Week 15Lesson 15Scenario and problem solving
The student will learn skills for survival and acquire knowledge to apply when situations arise that may call for advanced problem-solving skills. They will be able to problem solve using different scenarios to encourage thinking and understanding.
I am a proud, former member of a United States Marine Corps Sniper Team, Second Battalion, Third Marine Division, stationed out of KMCAS, Hawaii. I received extensive training in the military. I attended training such as: jungle survival, cold weather, desert survival and as a combat medic and EMT for that team. I served during the Gulf Wars and have extensive experience in the areas I teach. After my time with the Marines, I entered civilian Law Enforcement in Jacksonville Florida. Today, I share the knowledge I was given with others.
Homework Offered
I will not assign homework but may offer further resources for continued independent learning after each class.Assessments Offered
Learners will be assessed by in-class interactions and participation and optional further independent research.Grades Offered
A pencil and paper may be helpful to take notes in class. I do send out a handout after each class with information that we covered. A supply list will be emailed prior to the first class meeting.
This class will deal with potentially scary topics such as wilderness scenarios, disasters, and being lost. However, graphic or gory images, over-the-top illustrations, and/or detailed specifics will not be part of the curriculum. We will be discussing ways to start fires with tools and without tools as a class discussion. We will not actually physically start a fire but parents may want to talk with their student after this class regarding safety. We are also discussing water treatment and will emphasize seeking parent help should they wish to try the technique to purify water. I will always send the student to the parent for supervision in areas where safety is a concern. Parents should be aware we will discuss topics related to wilderness survival and that I will present all of these topics in as positive a manner as possible and in the spirit of survival...and overcoming obstacles.
Sources used will come from information learned in the military during survival training and combat readiness courses as well as personal experience.
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(616)
Hello from Maine-USA! Thanks for visiting my page! My name is Ben Franklin. I'm a veteran member of a Marine Corps Sniper Team. I have extensive training and experience in all things fitness as well as survival skills. I was trained as a...
Group Class
$17
weekly or $250 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
40 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
4-18 learners per class
