1. Always cut away from you.
2. When using an axe, practise swinging slowly before chopping to see if the axe may end up in you if it goes awry.
3. Take things slowly.
4. Always be aware of your personal space when using sharps. If someone is close enough to touch you or be touched by your sharp, move away.
5. Notice which way the ground slopes - don't set up camp in a bowl. If it rains, you will get wetter and possibly flooded.
6. Set your fire for the wind... Use the wind direction wisely to keep your fire lit.
7. If you are going away from camp, take note of landmarks to help you find your way back.
8. Don't leave camp after dark... the woods look a lot different after dark and you will get lost.
9. If you don't do it - it won't get done.
10. Have fun!
I wrote these with a child in mind