Sounds a bit like the army without taking crap and doing idiot chores all day long. On a more serious note I genuinly believe that if not made obligatory, ever

Sounds a bit like the army without taking crap and doing idiot chores all day long. On a more serious note I genuinly believe that if not made obligatory, everyone should be strongly encouraged to spend an extended time in the outdoors. It's a great way to get to know other people on a profound level, while also getting to know yourself. In addition to the skills you learn there, the wild has a way of putting things in perspective and instill a sense of belonging. As counter intuitive as it may sound, you're never more in touch with mankind as when you leave it all behind for a moment.