This class is a must for anyone who spends time in the outdoors, from hikers and backpackers to mountain bikers, to canoe and kayak and horse back riders. The class is separated into a morning classroom session which will cover the basics of outdoor survival, which includes instruction on preparing a survival kit, the psychology of survival, shelter, water, fire, preparation for rescue, collecting wild edibles, the use of snares, dead falls, fish traps and surviving harsh weather environments. At…
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This is the premier gear and equipment class for any hiker, backpacker or outdoor enthusiast. We will go into detail on boots, socks, base layers, soft shells, hard shells, tents, water filters, stoves and many other things. We will spend time discuss down, both in sleeping bags and jackets, waterproof breathable materials that are used to make jackets and boot liners. We will have gear and clothing for each student to inspect and check out. This is the only class…
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The Advanced Survival Class is phase II of our survival training and includes a review of previous information and training, followed by an outdoor experience in a survival situation. This completely practical exercise class will consist of being put in a survival setting with limited supplies and gear and thus utilizing the training received to survive in the outdoors for a period of time (24 to 36 hours). Students are allowed to work in small groups of up to 4…
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The Land Navigation class will cover the basic use of topographical maps and a compass. The class will cover basic map nomenclature, proper use and reading of maps, orientating your map, taking a bearing from a map, identifying terrain from a map and transferring this over to real life situation. This class will consist of 2-3 hours of classroom instruction and various exercises utilizing a map and compass in the classroom. Once each student has a basic understanding, we will…
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This is a condensed version of the two day wilderness first aid class that is centered around the most common injuries and medical issues that may arise while in the wilderness. Unlike many other wilderness first aid classes, we take this class a step further in providing practical exercises that not only cover the diagnosing and treating of patents, but also the evacuation if necessary. Students will need to bring their first aid kit, along with other items that they…
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