Semester Long- Survival Skills and More with a Marine (3rd 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 1Soda Can HacksIn this class we will discuss the many items that can be constructed out of a soda can. Why? Because we often find soda and beer cans in the wilderness. This is bad for the environment but good for survivalists. Project in this lesson.Week 2Lesson 2Leeches and TicksThese creatures are a nuisance and they can carry diseases. It is important that students understand what they are, where they can be found, and how to remove them asap. Many people find these creatures disgusting—rightly so—but they must be dealt with. Eventually, nearly everyone will have an experience with ticks and/or leeches. After this class—students will know what to do when that happens.Week 3Lesson 3SnakesOne of the most common and dangerous predators on the planet—survivalists must know what to do when encountering a snake. We will discuss venomous, non-venomous, and constrictors; where they can be found, and what to do if bitten. Project in this class.Week 4Lesson 4Urban SurvivalThis class discusses what to do if you find yourself in an urban (city) setting during a natural disaster or other civil emergency. For those of us living in or near a city—this is a very likely situation we might experience. Knowing what to do in a urban setting is quite different than a wilderness setting. Project in this class.Week 5Lesson 5PredatorAlligators and Wild Boars and more. Students will learn about alligators, wild boars, and other predators as well as how to respond when encountering one of these predators. Your response is everything! Project in this class.Week 6Lesson 6Survive an airplane crashChances of being involved in an airplane or helicopter crash are low- but survivalists need to know how to respond…just in case. We will discuss where to sit, what to do before and after a crash, and strategies to avoid the crash in the first place.Week 7Lesson 7Natural DisastersStudents will learn how to react to natural disasters such as lightning storms, earthquakes, and tornados.Week 8Lesson 8Scenarios and problem solvingWhat to do if your car flips over; How to deal with hypothermia; Improvised tools for survival situations; and more. Project in this class.Week 9Lesson 9Water survival in a life raftThis class teaches how to survive in an ocean setting—inside a life raft.Week 10Lesson 10Water survival in open waterThis class teaches how to survive long periods of time in the water (without a life raft). Project in this class.Week 11Lesson 11Dangerous InsectsInsects are fascinating and amazing. Many can be eaten for survival. However, some are very dangerous and even deadly. This class will discuss many of the most dangerous insects the survivalists must identify. Project in this class.Week 12Lesson 12FieldcraftStudents will learn how to carve a wooden spoon—a must for surviving in the wilderness, as we will see. Students will also make a drinking cup out of duct tape and a wooden tripod for cooking and boiling water.Week 13Lesson 13Quicksand, dogs, and sharksHow to survive quicksand, a dog attack, a shark attack and how to build a field stretcher.Week 14Lesson 14FishFish—the great survival food. Students will learn everything they need to know about fish in a survival situation including identification, fishing, cleaning, and more. This is a must-know topic for the survivalist. Students will earn how to make several different fishing hooks out of natural elements.Week 15Lesson 15Jungle SurvivalJUNGLES-- Is it easy to survive in the jungle? No—it is extremely difficult. The jungle possesses many hazards the survivalist must consider and deal with. From venomous creatures to natural hazards, this class will prepare the student to survive and thrive in a jungle setting. Project in this class
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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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 $245 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
4-18 learners per class
