Survival Preparation and Skills Course at Buck Shoals Saturday, Feb 16, 2013 10 AM to 3:30 PM In this two part series, learn the psychology, planning and equipment necessary for survivial. Venomous snakes, spiders, insects endemic to Georgia, survival medicine, basic wild foods will all be touched upon. The second day includes field exercises in shelter, fire building, field expedient weapons and water procurement. Instructor Bob Finke is retired from the U.S. Army Special Forces. Register in advance. $60 if paid by September 15; $70 after $5 parking. 706-878-3087. Location: Smithgall Woods State Park 61 Tsalaki Trail Helen, GA 30545 Directions: GPS Coordinates: N 34.691950 | W -083.767150 Located on Ga. Hwy. 75 Alt, 3 miles west of Helen. Smithgall Woods State Park 61 Tsalaki Trail Helen, GA 30545