2024 Fall Family Wilderness Skills Weekend, October 25-27
Schedule
Fri Oct 25 2024 at 03:00 pm to Sun Oct 27 2024 at 12:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Pine Barrens Primitive Camp | Waretown, NJ
About this Event
Welcome to our 2024 Fall Family Wilderness Skills Weekend in the Pine Barrens Primitive Camp! This weekend will inspire you and your family to get outdoors through the colder seasons to come. We look forward to recalling the Old Ways, sitting around the campfire with friends and family, sharing stories, gratitude, and laughter!
We offer sliding scale pricing, subsidized by donations from supporters of our mission. Please select a contribution level consistent with your means. Thank you!
- Level 1: $600 first person, $300/additional
- Level 2 (subsidized): $450 first person, $225/additional
- Level 3 (subsidized): $300 first person, $150/additional
All meals will be provided (dinner on Friday, breakfast/lunch/dinner on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday); please include any dietary restrictions in your registration.
Each family must bring basic, personal camping gear! You will receive a recommended packing list with your confirmation (also included below).
We can't wait to gather with nature and each other around the fire and under the stars. Sign up early to join us for a fun-filled weekend in the Pine Barrens!
- Rick Berry & the 4EEE Crew
Recommended gear list:
- Tent (with rain fly and ground cloth)
- Tarp and rope (for additional rain protection)
- A sleeping bag for each participant (please bring extra blankets as it can get cold!)
- Sleeping Pad(s)
- Towels
- Rain Gear and Additional layers for warmth in various weather conditions
- Hat
- Two pairs of shoes, hard soled shoes are recommended
- Flashlight / headlamp
- Bandana
- Water Bottle (1 per person minimum)
- Eating Utensils: Bowl, plate, cup / mug, spoon, fork
- Toiletry items (biodegradable soap only please)
- Journal and writing utensil
- Bug repellent, preferably natural/non-toxic
- Non-folding carving knife (we have some to borrow or purchase if you do not have one)
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Tweezers for tick removal
- Folding chairs if you prefer chair to benches
- Large blanket for your family to use during group circles / meals (optional)
- Any skills you are currently working on (optional, but encouraged!)
- If it cannot get dirty, do not bring it!
4E is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit with a mission to deliver programs that guide children, families, and teens toward a pure connection to the Earth through direct experiences in nature. Donations to our scholarship fund by those who are able are hugely appreciated! Contact our office at [email protected] for more information.
Where is it happening?
Pine Barrens Primitive Camp, 905 Wells Mills Rd, Waretown, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 600.00