Knots and Fires Class
Schedule
Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
1102 Water Tower Ln, Whitehall, MI 49461-1251, United States | Whitehall, MI
Knots & Fires: Foundational Wilderness Skills
Offered by Arcturus Primitive Skills Institute
Unlock the confidence to thrive outdoors. In this hands‑on class, you’ll learn two of the most essential survival skills: tying reliable knots and building dependable fires—using both modern and primitive methods. Whether you’re new to bushcraft or looking to sharpen your fieldcraft, this course gives you practical, real-world skills you can rely on.
What You’ll Learn:
• How to tie the most useful knots for camping, shelter building, hauling, and everyday problem‑solving
• Understanding cordage types, strength, and proper application
• Fire behavior, fire lays, and how to choose the right design for the situation
• Hands‑on practice in ignition methods—from ferro rods to primitive techniques
• How to safely maintain, manage, and extinguish fires in any environment
Why This Class Matters:
Mastering knots and fire‑making helps build self‑reliance, situational awareness, and resilience. These are the skills that turn uncertainty into capability—and the outdoors into a place you can operate with confidence.
Who It’s For:
Outdoor enthusiasts, campers, preppers, bushcrafters, beginners, and anyone interested in stepping into the world of practical wilderness skills.
Where is it happening?
1102 Water Tower Ln, Whitehall, MI 49461-1251, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:

















