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Deadline to Register: October 17th at 5pmDescription: Do you know what to do in a 72-hour emergency? Have you received a water boil notice but due to power outages are unable to do so? Weather phenomenon causes power and utility outages often enough that having the requisite knowledge to sustain oneself for 72 hours as viable skillset. Join us for a hands-on event to learn the fundamentals of self-aid, fire building using multiple ignition sources, emergency shelter building, water sanitization, and more valuable skills to assist you and your family during an emergency. If you are already versed, join us to network and share experiences. ** This workshop is open to teenagers 15 years and up with a participating parent. **
Instructor: Jeff Thornton grew up in rural Mississippi where his father taught him woodcraft based on heritage methods passed down from generations. Later in life he spent 20 years in the United States Coast Guard conducting search and rescue and responding to natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina. After retiring from the Coast Guard, Jeff served as the Alabama State Administrator for Team Rubicon which is a group of disaster response volunteers. Jeff has spent recent years formalizing his curriculum through providing formal training groups who want to know what to do in emergencies.
Supplies and Attire: All materials and supplies will be provided. Please wear clothing and footwear suitable for outdoors and trail-walking.
Tuition: $70.00
Level: Beginner
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3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL, United States, Alabama 35801
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