I have enjoyed watching this thread develop! Maybe I am the only one that likes to ponder these types of questions but I think it is important to think about things like this to either better your self or as a goal to help the next generation.

As a kid my parents taught me many of the skills I have since needed. They always told me that when I went to college I would need to know this or that. At the time I thought mom was just conning me into ironing or repairing my own clothes, but sure enough those skills came in handy when I needed to repair a rag wing aircraft and the cooking skills kept me from being too hungry while being on my own.

My personal list of things to know varies as I think of new or different things but it always comes back to the basics of taking care of yourself and those around you. I also think you should know how to fit in socially with those around you whether you are at church, a deer camp, an opera, a gun show or hanging at the Four Seasons.

Even if your social graces are a little rusty, knowing enough to keep you moth shut and your eyes open until you see what’s going in will save you a lot of trouble.