Lethbridge Wilderness Survival and Bushcraft Day

This one day workshop is a great way to both practice and learn new wilderness survival skills close to home and meet new friends!

Schedule

10-12pm 

BASIC WILDERNESS SURVIVAL - In this introductory class we explore what to do if we find ourselves lost and steps that we can take to get found. We discuss the psychological aspects of survival and brainstorm how we can stay calm and focused when faced with stressors and difficult emotions. This is followed by building effective emergency shelters that use all natural materials found in the area. Before the end of class we evaluate what we built and reflect on its effectiveness. 

1-4pm

PLANT ID - Join Kaykima for an immersive Fall Foraging Class where you'll reconnect with the land and learn to identify the edible, medicinal, and practical gifts nature offers during the autumn season. Fall is a great time to harvest berries at their sweetest and to track down some late summer mushrooms!  Whether you're a beginner or have experience in the wild, this class offers a rich, hands-on opportunity to deepen your understanding of the natural world around you.

Please wear long pants as we will most likely go off trail. Feel free to bring any berries or mushrooms to class that we can identify as well! 

FIRE CRAFT - We start this class off with a look at why fire is essential for a long term survival situation. We cover the science behind fire and the hallmarks of an effective fire. This is followed by using primitive methods of fire starting. This flows well into the next class where we will be learning about fire maintenance and “the right fire for the right job”.

FULL DAY $70

MORNING SESSION $30

AFTERNOON SESSION $45

*plus GST

WHAT TO BRING:

Long pants

Sturdy Shoes

Snacks/Lunch and plenty to drink

Backpack

Any additional clothing for the weather

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Ages 5 - 18

This is both a parented and drop off class. However, if your child is 7 or under I do need a parent or older sibling to be present. Parents/Guardians and siblings under the age of 5 are no charge. 

IF you are dropping off for the day please understand that between 12-1pm I will we on site but will not be monitoring the group. Please plan on either staying or coming back if you child needs supervision during that time. 

We will meet at the Alberta Shelter in Indian Battle Park. If you have any issues finding it the day of please text Rob at 587 447 9787.

If you are interested in purchasing a Kaykima x earthkits foraging bag please select it as an add on when registering. I will also have some on hand, as supplies last. See picture. They are Alberta made and are designed for young foragers and explorers. They include a mesh bottom so that spores from any mushrooms you find can fall and hopefully grow more!