Join us for a fun time of learning the basics of Wilderness Survival. This hands-on workshop will teach you basic skills and knowledge necessary to stay alive in the outdoors with a minimum of gear.

Topics to be covered are:

• Psychology of survival – don’t panic
• Shelter Basics
• Basic fire making (no lighters or matches)
• Food – finding food in the wild
• Water – procuring water, purifying water and unusual water sources
• Signaling – demonstrations on various ways to signal rescue including signal mirrors, signal fires, contrast and natural materials
• Navigation – group hike on the trails with demos / discussions
• Survival “kits”

Location: Godfrey’s Pond (meet up at the clubhouse) (Directions)

Date: Saturday, June 30th, 2012 Workshop: 10:00am to 4:00pm

Workshop Fee: $40.00 per person. Pre-registration preferred.
Registration is due by Friday, 6/29 but we will take walk-ins on Saturday provided there is room in the workshop.

Participants should bring: water/fluids, snack and /or bag lunch, comfortable outdoor clothing and hiking shoes, sun screen, insect repellent and rain gear. Also, bring your own emergency fire starter (no lighters or matches). If you do not have one, we will have a few available for sale at a discounted price. (not required, but recommended)

Minimum age is 12 years. But participants 14 or younger should be accompanied by parent or guardian. If you have questions or need more info, contact us in advance.

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