Wilderness Skills Clinic - Santa Cruz Mountains

Come learn the ancient skill of survival – shelter, water, fire, food. No matter what your background, from the novice camper to the seasoned backpacker, there is something for you in this class.

The 1-Day Wilderness Skills clinic is a great way to escape the hustle-and-bustle of the week and get back to nature! Our trained instructors – expert survivalists and naturalists – are excited to share these sacred skills with you. Learning these timeless traditions, such as shelter building and fire-by-friction helps to build self-esteem and awareness from knowing YOU CAN SURVIVE!

This class is 100% hands-on and appropriate for all ages, but the pace is geared towards teens and adults (children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult). Everything you learn, you will do! Be prepared for your next wilderness adventure by practicing these timeless skills. You WILL build a shelter, you WILL make fire, you WILL learn about edible plants, see and learn about native style traps, and experience several other indigenous skills. 

This class is about getting back to the earth, learning how our ancestors lived in harmony with our planet, and experiencing nature to its fullest. There is something here for everybody – come with an open mind and be ready to learn!

Note: This course is appropriate for all ages, however it is fast-paced and geared towards teens/adults. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult that is also registered in the class.

Your clinic includes:

Five hours of instruction. All materials and tools are included.

Your packing list:

We provide all the equipment for your survival adventure! Just come prepared with clothing to spend a day in the outdoors, closed-toed shoes, lunch/snacks, water, and a notebook to takes notes. Make sure to dress for the weather – warm layers and rain protection in the winter, light/breathable clothing with sun protection in the summer.

Recommended Gear List

We provide all the equipment for your survival adventure! Just come prepared with clothing to spend a day in the outdoors(sun or rain protection as needed), lunch, snacks, & water, and a notebook & pen to takes notes.