Bushcraft 101 ⌖
Learn to Live in the Wild
Bushcraft 101 is your entry point into the world of traditional wilderness living. Over the course of two full days and two nights in the bush, you’ll learn the essential skills needed to survive, thrive, and feel at home in the wild. From firecraft and shelter building to tool use, natural navigation, and wild resourcefulness—you’ll be learning by doing, not just watching.
This course is all about self-reliance, practical knowledge, and reconnecting with the land through ancestral skills and modern bushcraft methods.
Course Overview
This weekend-long course begins Saturday morning with a hike into our basecamp site. From there, we’ll dive into foundational bushcraft skills including fire by friction, knife work, cordage, camp setup, navigation, and natural resource use. Each day is packed with hands-on instruction, solo practice, and small group challenges designed to build real-world confidence.
Evenings are spent around the fire with discussion, skill demos, and optional night navigation or shelter refinement. You’ll camp on-site Saturday and Sunday night—applying what you’ve learned and living the backcountry lifestyle.
$289.99
Includes instruction + all group materials
Detailed pre-trip gear + packing list
Camping + post-course field notes
What You’ll Learn
Bushcraft 101 is all about building your skillset from the ground up. You’ll learn how to start fire using both modern and primitive methods, carve and maintain tools, build functional shelters from natural and manmade materials, and move safely through wild terrain. We’ll cover campcraft, wild resource use, knots, cordage, basic water procurement, and more.
By the end of the weekend, you’ll have the confidence to set up camp, stay safe, and solve problems using the materials around you—whether you’re in the boreal forest or the mountains.
Foundational Skills
This course builds your core skillset—fire, shelter, tools, and mindset—for wilderness readiness and long-term growth.
Camp-Based Learning
You’ll camp on-site all weekend, applying the skills as you learn them—just like the old ways.
Practical + Traditional
Blends modern bushcraft methods with ancestral know-how to teach sustainable, real-world wilderness living.
Firecraft (ferro rod + friction fire)
Shelter building with tarps and natural materials
Knife, saw, and axe safety + use
Camp setup and backcountry knots
Natural cordage and basic water sourcing
Two nights camping in the field
What to Expect
This is a full weekend spent living in the wild. You’ll be active, dirty, and constantly learning. Expect early mornings, long days, and quiet nights under the stars. You’ll cook over fire, build your own shelter or tarp camp, and learn through real-world scenarios alongside like-minded folks.
You don’t need to be an expert—just come with the right gear, an open mindset, and a willingness to get your hands busy.
Bushcraft 101 FAQ
Thinking about diving into bushcraft for the first time? Here’s what people usually ask before joining this weekend-long course.
Do I need experience to attend?
Not at all. This course is designed for beginners and early-intermediate learners who want to build a strong foundation of wilderness skills.
What should I bring?
You’ll receive a full gear list after registration. Basic camping gear is required (sleep system, clothing, etc.), but we provide group tools, materials, and any specialty items.
What will we be eating?
You’ll bring your own food for the weekend, but we’ll go over campfire cooking options, fire management, and offer chances to cook using primitive techniques if you’re interested.
Where will we be camping?
You’ll set up camp at our wilderness basecamp. Options include your own tent or tarp, or trying out a natural shelter you build during the course.
How physical is the course?
You’ll be hiking with a pack, working with your hands, and staying outdoors all weekend. A moderate level of fitness is helpful, but you don’t need to be an athlete.
Does the course run in all weather?
Yes. Rain, wind, or shine—you’ll be learning how to adapt and build in real conditions. Bushcraft doesn’t wait for blue skies.
