There are skills that most of us don't have, especially if we hail from the city. Some skills will be very useful, some almost vital in an TEOTWAWKI situation. Here is a short list to get you started.
1. Foraging. What plants and weeds grow naturally around your home and neighborhood that are edible? Around here, we have dandelion, common plantain, cherries, burdock, clover, pine trees, wild onions, and others that I am just learning about. Learn what plants are available to you, how to prepare them, and experiment with eating them.
2. First Aid. Do you know how to administer basic first aid? You should learn and become confidant now. Remember that first aid techniques are often different for infants and young children. Stock up on any medical supplies you can, and LEARN about different medicines.
3. Fire. It could very well be vital that you know how to build a fire. Chances are good that electricity will be gone, tempararily or for good, and being able to build and maintain a fire independant of lighters and matches could save your life. There are many different kinds of fires, as well, and it would be a good thing to learn the differences and how to maintain them.
4. Self Defence. Especially in the case of urbanites in trouble, there will be looting and pillaging. Hopfully, you kept your mouth shut about exactly what you were doing and for the most part people will leave you alone, but you need to be able to defend yourself. Taking self defence classes and learning how to use a gun safely are good things to do.
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