Kaykima Wilderness Skills Spring Series (Ages 6-18)
Calgary
Carburn Park (Meet at firepit in front of main buidling)
1-3pm
May 20
Knife & Axe Use and Safety
Learn the fundamentals of safely using knives and axes in an outdoor setting. We’ll cover safe handling, common types of tools, and practical techniques for processing firewood and preparing kindling. This class builds confidence with essential tools while emphasizing awareness, respect, and safety.
May 27
Build Your Own Survival Kit
What should you actually carry in a survival kit? In this hands-on session we’ll look at practical items that can help keep you safe and comfortable outdoors. Participants will learn how to assemble a simple, reliable kit that can come along on your next hike, camping trip, or backcountry adventure.
June 22
Char Cloth & Percussive Fire Starting
Discover traditional fire-starting techniques using char cloth, rock, and steel. You’ll learn how char cloth is made, why it works so well for catching a spark, and how to build a flame from a single strike. A rewarding introduction to a traditional skill that connects you to the roots of firecraft. Youth will be able to take home the char cloth they make and add it to their survival kits and be prepared for their next fire.
June 23
Mushroom & Plant Identification
An introduction to some of the common edible, medicinal, and useful plants and fungi found in Alberta. We’ll explore how to observe key identifying features, discuss ethical foraging practices, and look at a few of the mushrooms that appear during the Alberta spring season.
Additional Information:
Please wear weather appropriate clothing. A good rule is to dress for colder than what the forecast is calling for. This includes sturdy, closed toe footwear and appropriate gear for rain or snow.
Pack along plenty to drink and a couple of snacks.
Youth are welcome to bring a knife if it is FIXED BLADE (non-folding) otherwise all tools and materials are provided. Youth can use cutting tools only after knife safety instruction.
These classes are drop off or parented. You know your child the best, however if you are dropping off please connect with Rob directly before the class.
Parents and siblings under 6 years old are welcome to hang out and observe.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
We understand that plans sometimes change, and we do our best to be flexible while also ensuring that classes can run smoothly for everyone involved.
Cancellations
We require at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel your registration. Cancellations made with 48 hours’ notice will be issued as class credit that can be used toward a future program.
If less than 48 hours’ notice is given, the registration fee will be converted to class credit only.
Refunds or credits cannot be provided for individual classes that are missed.
Weather
Programs run in most weather conditions. If a class must be rescheduled due to unsafe weather (such as extreme cold, severe storms, or poor air quality), a make-up date will be offered.
Instructor Cancellation
In the rare event that a class must be cancelled due to instructor illness or unforeseen circumstances, participants will be offered a make-up date, class credit, or a full refund.
Late Arrivals
Please arrive on time. Classes begin promptly and may move away from the meeting location. If you arrive late, it may not be possible to join the group.
Thank you for your understanding and for helping keep programs running smoothly for everyone. If you have any questions feel free to reach out:
Phone: 587 447 9787 (text is preferred)
Email: [email protected]
