Wilderness Survival - 1 Day Class

Northeast Tennessee multiple locations

FROM:$125.00

Months of Operation:

March-December

Duration:

1 day (8.5 hours)

Begins:

8:30 AM

Age Requirements:

Age 10+
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Overview & Highlights

This is for you if: You want an in-depth and fun familiarization with essential wilderness survival concepts and skills.

Despite our best efforts we may find ourselves lost or injured in the backcountry where help or rescue is not immediately available. This fun one-day course familiarizes participants with many of the essential concepts of wilderness survival that will help you stack the odds in your favor including preparation, prevention, attitude, shelter, fire craft, knife use, water procurement, knot tying and rescue signaling. The focus is on providing practical, real-world skills to use if lost or injured in a wilderness setting, with a focus on the first 72 hours.

Our survival classes are held in the Cherokee National Forest and Appalachian Highlands of Northeast Tennessee, with primary locations in the Erwin and Hampton areas.  Upon meeting our group, we will make the easy short hike to camp (1/4 - 1/2 mile) and embark on a fun-filled, empowering and memorable experience. Lead instructor is NOLI founder and former Ranger-qualified Army officer Scott Fisher who has been teaching wilderness skills for over 30 years. All equipment provided. Suitable both for those with and without experience. Minimum age is 10.  Specific meeting location varies by class but all sites are within 30 minutes of Johnson City.
 
Custom survival classes tailored to companies, groups, families and friends also available upon request. 
Highlights:
  • Full day of hands-on wilderness survival training that is professionally-led and fun
  • Introduction to the 7 Priorities of Survival, including shelter-building, firecraft, water procurement and more
  • Opportunity to develop knowledge and skills that will enrich your outdoor experience and help keep you safe
  • A supportive learning environment
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Northeast Tennessee multiple locations

2 Jones Branch Rd, Erwin, TN 37650, USA

Additional Information

  • What to Expect

    • Familiarize participants with the causes of survival situations and ways to prevent them
    • Identify what we need to survive
    • Review suggested items to carry when heading to the backcountry or your local trail
    • Learn the 7 Priorities of Survival 
    • Practice survival skills such as shelter building, knot tying, knife use, fire making, signaling and water procurement

  • Prerequisites

    • Age 10+
    • Good overall health and fitness
    • Able to walk across a shallow creek using a handline for support
    • Participants should dress appropriately for weather and temperature

  • Includes

    • Full day (8 hours) of wilderness survival training 
    • All equipment including knives, fire starting tools, shelter material, cordage, etc 

  • What to Bring

    Hiking shoes or other closed toe footwear with a good tread, towel, clothing appropriate for extended periods outside, rain jacket (weather dependent), drinking water or sports drink, bagged lunch, day pack (optional, may be helpful in carrying personal items to camp).

  • Meeting Location

    Meeting location will be sent out separately.

  • Additional Information

    Food and lodging are the responsibility of participants.  If class is held in the Erwin area, camping and lodging is available onsite at USA Raft. There is also a Hotel 8 close by in Erwin with more hotel options in Johnson City. If class is held in the Hampton area, rustic lodging and camping are available nearby at Boots Off Hostel and Cardens Bluff Campground. There are also a number of hotels in Elizabethton, roughly 15 -20 minutes away.

  • Testimonials

    "Excellent class in Wilderness Survival…learned new skills and gained more confidence when venturing out in the wilderness whether hiking, backpacking, or fly fishing. This was my second class with Scott and as I’ve learned, he is thorough and genuinely cares about the people in his classes….Highly recommend any class with NOLI!!!!"

    ~ John F.

Policies & Agreements

  • Terms and conditions

    I certify that all registrants meet course prerequisites as defined in the course description, meet the minimum age requirements and do not have any medical conditions or limitations that would prevent their ability to safely participate in the activity.

  • Cancellation policy

    NOLI activities go rain or shine. If you cancel or decrease the number of participants in your party the following applies:

    Cancellations 30 or more days prior to your activity will receive a full refund.
    Cancellations 14-29 days prior to the activity date will receive a full reservation booking voucher.
    Cancellations 0-13 days prior to the activity date are not extended a refund or voucher.
    No Shows are not extended a refund or voucher.

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