Shelter Building ⌖
Stay Warm. Stay Dry. Stay Ready.
The Shelter Building Workshop teaches you how to create fast, efficient, and effective shelters using both natural materials and minimal gear. From quick survival shelters to weather-resistant long-term setups, you’ll get hands-on practice in design, construction, and site selection—because your first shelter could be your most important.
We’ll cover core techniques like lean-tos, debris shelters, tarp systems, and emergency improvisation. You’ll leave with the confidence to adapt and build in any environment.
Workshop Overview
This full-day workshop begins with a short hike into our training site, where we’ll kick things off with shelter theory, resource selection, and site safety. From there, it’s all hands-on—building everything from quick-deploy emergency shelters to more advanced natural structures using local materials.
You’ll get practical experience, personalized instruction, and tips for adapting to different environments and weather conditions. We’ll wrap up with a group debrief and Q&A, leaving you with the skills and confidence to build reliable shelters anywhere, anytime.
$89.99
Includes instruction + all group materials
Detailed pre-trip gear + packing list
Access to post-workshop field notes
What You’ll Learn
This workshop is packed with practical knowledge. You’ll learn how to assess terrain, choose safe shelter locations, use natural resources wisely, and apply proven bushcraft techniques to create shelters that actually work in the wild. We also cover insulation, windproofing, water resistance, and considerations for cold weather or rain.
You’ll walk away knowing not just how to build a shelter—but when, why, and where to build it.
Hands-On Builds
Practice multiple shelter types using both natural and modern materials—then test them in the wild.
Instructor Feedback
Get one-on-one coaching and real-time guidance to improve your technique and build smarter, faster.
Real-World Scenarios
Learn to adapt your shelter plan to terrain, weather, time limits, and available resources.
Learn fast-deploy and natural shelters
Hands-on training in real terrain
Understand site selection and safety
Build with both tools and natural resources
Adapt to weather and seasonal conditions
No experience required—just show up ready to learn
What to Expect
This is a full-day, outdoor experience led by seasoned instructors in a real backcountry setting. You’ll be hiking light, working with your hands, and building multiple shelters with natural and man-made materials. Expect to get dirty, stay active, and learn through doing.
No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to work hard and think creatively in the field.
Shelter Building Workshop FAQ
Got questions before heading into the bush? Here’s what most folks ask before joining the Shelter Building Workshop.
Do I need any experience to attend?
Nope! This workshop is beginner-friendly and designed to teach practical shelter-building techniques step-by-step. All skill levels are welcome.
What should I bring?
You’ll receive a gear list upon registration. Bring outdoor clothing, lunch, water, gloves, and any basic tools you’d like to try. We provide all group gear and materials.
How long is the workshop?
It runs for a full day, typically 6–8 hours including travel time into the site, instruction, hands-on builds, and a group debrief at the end.
What kind of shelters will we build?
You’ll learn to build several types, including lean-tos, debris shelters, quick tarp setups, and emergency improvisations using natural materials.
Will we be hiking far?
The hike into our training site is short and manageable for most fitness levels, but expect uneven ground and backcountry terrain.
Does the workshop run in bad weather?
Yes—rain, snow, or shine. Shelter-building is all about real-world conditions, and weather adds to the learning experience. Just dress appropriately and come prepared.
