There are several good topics on survival and preparation on this forum that I have found useful, especially this one:
http://professionalsoldiers.com/foru...light=prepared
Lots of useful tips in there.....use of the 'search' button can bring you a treasure trove of topics.
As Eagle5US mentioned Scouting is a good source. If you have kids you might consider getting them and yourself involved in Scouting, you can learn outdoor skills and much more.....and have fun while your doing it.