{"product_id":"winter-skills-advanced-bushcraft","title":"WINTER SKILLS - Advanced Bushcraft","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis class is designed to introduce students to wilderness survival during the Winter months. In winter, our needs for survival are magnified with weather being cold and food being scarce. Students will amplify their knowledge and skill in basic survival and bushcraft as they build shelter, obtain water, and collect food off the landscape. Students will become very familiar with their axe to aid in creating projects as well as processing fuel. We will train class participants on how to convert simple tarp shelters with various fire lays to maximize heat as well as food preservation to maximize calorie intake. Other topics will include terrain association navigation, winter tree identification, and winter tool construction. The goal of this class is for students to walk away with new skills but also a sense of confidence as they carry out life in a wilderness setting that could be a colder environment .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must be 18 years old or older to attend this class.\u003cbr\u003eThe registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to class start date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    •    Required Gear List - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/pages\/winter-skills-class-required-gear-list\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e    •    Meeting Location - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/pages\/pathfinder-ohio-class-meeting-location\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e    •    Cabin Rentals - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/pages\/school-cabin-rentals\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e    •    Cancellation Policy - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/pages\/school-class-cancellation-policy\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA broad overview of tasks or what you can expect while carrying your gear are:\u003cbr\u003e    •    hikes of 1-2 miles over terrain which may be uneven, muddy or snow-covered\u003cbr\u003e    •    collection of materials off the landscape\u003cbr\u003e    •    dealing with the elements (Cold, Rain, Snow, etc.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater will be available from jugs located in Base Camp. We continually check the water supply to make sure it is readily available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not allow anyone to remain at camp without an instructor present.\u003cbr\u003eIf you suffer from a medical condition that requires medication, please bring your prescribed medicines with you. If you undergo surgery or a hospital stay within 30 days of the class, DO NOT attempt this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePort-a-Pots are located approximately 400 yards from the base camp near the parking area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly recommend - physically prepare yourself at least 1-3 months in advance of this class. Based on your “starting point” physical condition.\u003cbr\u003e    •    Hiking: uneven terrain will provide the most benefit.\u003cbr\u003e    •    Walking: (at least 3-5 times weekly) for 5K\u003cbr\u003e    •    Work your way up to a pack weight of 50lb before the class begins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the premier school for self-reliance, our training exceeds that of any other school in the nation; so please take it seriously and take the time to physically prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the weather is snowy the class will be geared towards advanced bushcrafting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo refunds will be issued for classes you don’t complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompletion Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    •    If you fall behind but are doing your best, we will support your effort 100%! We will encourage you to keep it up and complete the course to the best of your ability.\u003cbr\u003e    •    Should you be unable to keep up with the group due to physical injury or other health problem(s), we will go above and beyond to assist you by aiding in your mobility, administering hydration and personal motivation! Should those efforts fail, leaving you unable to complete the course, we will need to ask you to leave the school grounds.\u003cbr\u003e    •    If you (tap out) quit at any point, a helper will be assigned to aid you in packing up your gear and you will need to exit the school\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease make sure you take all gear with you at the end of the class. If gear is left behind, we will not be able to ship it to you, and will be considered abandoned. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to property insurance restrictions: There will be \u003cstrong\u003eno camping on the school property prior to the start of the class or after the classes conclude.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach class is instructed by highly trained and professional outdoor\/wilderness instructors. Each instructor teaches the Pathfinder School system and is authorized by Dave Canterbury. 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