About this Course

Bushcraft: Wayfinding and Survival Techniques Learn to find your way — and yourself — in the wild. In this half-day outdoor course, participants explore the essential skills of navigation, route planning, and backcountry survival. Whether you’re hiking local trails or venturing off the beaten path, this hands-on class builds the confidence to handle unexpected situations — or better yet, to avoid them through smart preparation. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you’ll practice map and compass techniques, read the land using natural navigation cues, and discover practical survival strategies for when things don’t go as planned. You’ll also explore modern tools that complement traditional skills — including a look at instructor-favorite navigation and mapping apps. Participants will learn how to use these tools for route planning, trip documentation, and safety preparedness, and how to build redundancy between digital navigation and classic fieldcraft. Details Duration: Half-day (approx. 4 hours) Audience: Pre-teens, adults, and families welcome Location: Outdoor setting with field-based navigation practice What to Bring: Weather-appropriate outdoor gear, water, notebook or smartphone for map apps (optional), and curiosity — all materials provided