Here I have a few old pictures from Thuringia Germany where I gave survival training for interested people. How to survive in the wilderness and what you need to consider. For example, how do I find drinking water and how can I purify it, how do I build emergency shelter, how do I navigate, what can I eat and how to hunt and prepare animals. What are the edible plants and medicinal plants and what are they good for? How do I protect myself from wild animals at night.
Survival training has become popular recently due to several factors. First, uncertainty in the world, whether from natural disasters, pandemics, or political unrest, contributes to people looking for ways to strengthen their survival skills. Awareness of the need to prepare for unforeseen events has increased.
Secondly, retreating into nature plays a role. Many people long to connect with nature and want to learn essential skills to become more independent. Survival training provides the opportunity to learn basic skills such as making fire, finding water, and foraging in the wilderness.
Thirdly, the need for independence also plays a role. In a world often dominated by technology and convenience, people are looking for ways to increase their empowerment and independence. Mastering survival skills provides a sense of confidence and self-efficacy.
Additionally, television shows and social media have helped popularize survival training. Reality shows and online platforms showcase survival artists demonstrating their skills in extreme conditions, inspiring many to test themselves in similar situations.
Overall, the popularity of survival training reflects a desire to better prepare in an uncertain world, connect with nature, and learn basic emergency skills.
