I agree with what is being said, I have taken A LOT of training in my profession (IT), and it seems there are two different different faces to any skill set. One is the technical skills, how to start a fire, collect water, configure a router, etc. The other is a thought process. This "process" is what you use when you are overly excited, everything you have tried hasn't worked, or planning to try something different. This process is what allows you to troubleshoot and make smart decisions without learning the "old fashion way" I think a typical example is from Chris K's experience http://www.equipped.org/0601rescue.htm , Jeremy decides to go fishing, and hurts himself (something I absolutely can see myself doing). While he may be the greatest fishermen in the world, the "survival thought process" was not there. Namely taking into account some of the risks associated with applying a technique. Anyway, I think things like STOP and the rule of 3's, and even Craig's sig (Thermo-regulate, hydrate, and communicate) are very good and not too complex. Lastly, I think it sounds like most would agree; First Aid is both one of the first things someone should learn as well as the first thing to perform in a survival situation.

Marc

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