Survival School Basic Two Day Course

Brief Outline:
Foliage, Forage and Fire
Learning about plants that are either poisonous, edible or that can be used for medical purposes. Collecting food from the local surroundings and making fires using various techniques.

Tracks and Traps

This course involves learning about animal behaviour, their routine and where they live. The day also includes making snares, traps and preparing various game to take away at the end of the day

Shelter building and Water collection

On this course students will build temporary and emergency shelters using natural materials and items you might find in a survival situation. This course also looks at collecting water from various sources and filtering techniques used to purify water for drinking and cooking

Suggested Itinerary: (Example)

Arrive Friday Evening – Introduction / Evening Meal
Start Saturday Morning – Practical Lesions
Saturday Afternoon – Make Camp
Saturday Evening – Night Navigation Exercise
Sunday Morning – Check Traps for Breakfast / Confirmation
Sunday Mid Morning – Break Camp
Finish / Debrief over lunch

What is included?

All instruction, event management and certificates

Where does the experience take place?
South Wales / West Midlands
 
What should I wear?

Comfortable outdoor clothing and suitable footwear, all other required equipment is included on your joining instructions that are sent out on booking

How long should I allow for this experience?

Two Nights / Two Days

When does the activity take place?

All year round

Are there any restrictions?

There are no strict restrictions however any special requirements or health concerns must be discussed at the time of booking.

Minimum Numbers
1 person