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'''David Canterbury''' (born September 19, 1963) is a [[Survivalism|survival expert]], [[hunter]], is also the [[author]] of the book ''Survivability for the Common Man'' and also host a wilderness educational program on [[YouTube]]. |
'''David Canterbury''' (born September 19, 1963) is a [[Survivalism|survival expert]], [[hunter]], is also the [[author]] of the book ''Survivability for the Common Man'' and also host a wilderness educational program on [[YouTube]]. |
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Dave Canterbury is the owner and instructor at The Pathfinder School in southeast [[Ohio]]. He takes a common sense approach to survivability through the use of experimental archeology, basic reduction of redundant input factors, and what he calls the triangle of survivability. Canterbury promotes the "5 Cs of Survivability," which is based on preparing the 5 most important emergency items one should carry when exploring the wilderness. These include: a cutting tool, a combustion device, cover, a container, and cordage.<ref>Canterbury, Dave (2011). [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPjGIheVi4w 5C's of "Survivability Quick Run Down."] YouTube. Retrieved 6-12-2012.</ref> |
Dave Canterbury is the owner and instructor at The Pathfinder School in southeast [[Ohio]]. He takes a common sense approach to survivability through the use of experimental archeology, basic reduction of redundant input factors, and what he calls the triangle of survivability. Canterbury promotes the "5 Cs of Survivability," which is based on preparing the 5 most important emergency items one should carry when exploring the wilderness. These include: a cutting tool, a combustion device, cover, a container, and cordage.<ref>Canterbury, Dave (2011). [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPjGIheVi4w 5C's of "Survivability Quick Run Down."] YouTube. Retrieved 6-12-2012.</ref> |
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Canterbury is skilled in [[hunting]], [[tracking (hunting)|tracking]], and [[animal trapping|trapping]]. Canterbury uses his experience to contribute as a professional survival instructor teaching hundreds of people each year to include professional [[law enforcement]], [[search and rescue]], and DNR personnel. He has made more than 510 survival-themed [[instructional video]]s that can be viewed on his [[YouTube]] channel. |
Canterbury is skilled in [[hunting]], [[tracking (hunting)|tracking]], and [[animal trapping|trapping]]. Canterbury uses his experience to contribute as a professional survival instructor teaching hundreds of people each year to include professional [[law enforcement]], [[search and rescue]], and DNR personnel. He has made more than 510 survival-themed [[instructional video]]s that can be viewed on his [[YouTube]] channel. |
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===Military Background Controversy=== |
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The POW Network states that Canterbury misrepresented his military background by falsely claiming he was Ranger Qualified.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.fakewarriors.org/phonies/phonies1160.htm | title=CANTERBURY, DAVID MICHAEL | publisher=The POW Network | accessdate=2012-08-04}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.wildernessoutfittersarchery.com/ | title=Wilderness Outfitters Archery | archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20080820133757/http://www.wildernessoutfittersarchery.com/ | archivedate=August 20, 2008 | accessdate=2012-08-04}}</ref> Their records show that Canterbury served in the [[U.S. Army]] from 1981 to 1987, obtaining the rank of [[Sergeant]] before being honorably discharged. During his service he completed a sixteen week military ''Law Enforcement'' course in 1982, a two week military ''Sniper/Counter Sniper'' course in 1986 and a two week ''Special Reaction Team training (SWAT)'' course in 1986. Canterbury received the following military award and decorations; Army Service Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Expert w/Auto Rifle & Hand Grennade & Pistol Bar, Army Achievement Medal w/1 Oak Leaf Cluster and a Driver’s Badge-w Bar.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.fakewarriors.org/pownet.secure/canterbury_david_michael.pdf | title=Canterbury, David Michael | publisher=The POW Network | accessdate=2012-08-04}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 06:40, 4 August 2012
David Canterbury (born September 19, 1963) is a survival expert, hunter, is also the author of the book Survivability for the Common Man and also host a wilderness educational program on YouTube.
Dave Canterbury is the owner and instructor at The Pathfinder School in southeast Ohio. He takes a common sense approach to survivability through the use of experimental archeology, basic reduction of redundant input factors, and what he calls the triangle of survivability. Canterbury promotes the "5 Cs of Survivability," which is based on preparing the 5 most important emergency items one should carry when exploring the wilderness. These include: a cutting tool, a combustion device, cover, a container, and cordage.[1]
Canterbury is skilled in hunting, tracking, and trapping. Canterbury uses his experience to contribute as a professional survival instructor teaching hundreds of people each year to include professional law enforcement, search and rescue, and DNR personnel. He has made more than 510 survival-themed instructional videos that can be viewed on his YouTube channel.
Military Background Controversy
The POW Network states that Canterbury misrepresented his military background by falsely claiming he was Ranger Qualified.[2][3] Their records show that Canterbury served in the U.S. Army from 1981 to 1987, obtaining the rank of Sergeant before being honorably discharged. During his service he completed a sixteen week military Law Enforcement course in 1982, a two week military Sniper/Counter Sniper course in 1986 and a two week Special Reaction Team training (SWAT) course in 1986. Canterbury received the following military award and decorations; Army Service Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Expert w/Auto Rifle & Hand Grennade & Pistol Bar, Army Achievement Medal w/1 Oak Leaf Cluster and a Driver’s Badge-w Bar.[4]
References
- ^ Canterbury, Dave (2011). 5C's of "Survivability Quick Run Down." YouTube. Retrieved 6-12-2012.
- ^ "CANTERBURY, DAVID MICHAEL". The POW Network. Retrieved 2012-08-04.
- ^ "Wilderness Outfitters Archery". Archived from the original on August 20, 2008. Retrieved 2012-08-04.
- ^ "Canterbury, David Michael" (PDF). The POW Network. Retrieved 2012-08-04.
External links
- The Pathfinder School
- WildernessOutfitters at YouTube
- Dave Canterbury on Facebook
- Dave Canterbury on Twitter
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