Wilderness Survival Basics Series

What would you do if you were stranded outdoors? Emergency survival situations are most often associated with the wilderness, but can occur anywhere for a variety of reasons. During this family-friendly program series, learn and practice some basic outdoor survival skills including fire and shelter building, compass navigation, plant identification, animal tracking, and more. Have fun with hands-on activities while gaining important knowledge that could help you survive if you ever find yourself in a real emergency situation!

Schedule:

September 6th from 2-4:30 PM: Fire & Shelter

Learn how to prioritize your needs for survival, recognize the hazards of the elements, and dress appropriately for the outdoors. Then get some hands-on practice as you craft a lean-to stick shelter and learn how to spark a warm fire to life using a fire starter tool!

September 13th from 2-4:30 PM: Tools & Navigation

Find out what essential supplies to carry with you whenever you head outdoors, brainstorm resourceful uses for everyday items, and discover how the environment around you can help you find your way. Then practice with some essential items (a compass and map) and learn how to effectively read and utilize them!

September 20th from 2-4:30 PM: Plants & Animals

Discover helpful Northwoods plants that can provide you food, medicine, tools, and more—as well as hurtful plants that you're better off avoiding! Then switch focus to fauna and practice finding/identifying animal signs like tracks, scat, and browse. Wrap everything up by learning how to prevent dangerous animal encounters, and acting out what to do if you find yourself in one.

Meet at the classroom center entrance (follow posted signs towards double doors with Treehaven sign). Dress for the weather and be prepared to spend the duration of the program outdoors. Walking distance varies by program, but will be under a mile for each. Programs will occur rain or shine, but in the event of hazardous weather activities may be moved indoors.

These programs are open to all ages, but children under 18 should be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. Come practice your skills as an individual, or learn together as a family!

Cost: $15 per person, per individual session. Attend just one or two sessions of interest, or all three! $40 full registration is valid for all 3 sessions, with a $5 discount off total price. ($45 value)

Payment can be made through Eventbrite (subject to Eventbrite fees), or in cash/check at the door. If paying at the door, please email [email protected] or call 715-346-2435 to register, and bring exact change the day of the event.

Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 715-346-2435!

Host or Publisher Treehaven UWSP