Wilderness Survival 201 - 2 Days

Northeast Tennessee multiple locations

FROM:$225.00

Months of Operation:

February-December

Duration:

2 days

Begins:

8:30 AM

Age Requirements:

Age 10+
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Overview & Highlights

This class is for you if: You have already participated in our 1 or 2-Day Survival Class, or have comparable experience, and want to take your training to the next level.

If you've taken our basic Wilderness Survival Course or already have a solid foundation in survival training, our Wilderness Survival 201 Course will help you build on that foundation by providing you with the opportunity to further develop and refine fundamental skills as well as learn new information, techniques and approaches. The focus is on expanding your understanding of and competencies in the 7 Priorities of Survival with emphasis on shelter building, firecraft, knife craftmanship and water procurement.  Additionally, skills such as cordage making will be introduced. To become truly proficient in these skills takes practice and this course affords participants with significant time for hands-on training during practical exercises and scenarios where participants are challenged to use skills they have learned in simulated conditions. This is an overnight class and participants get to build their own shelter which they will have the opportunity to sleep in if they wish. This is all done in a supportive, fun environment where your instructor is there to help you learn and succeed.

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 (less than ~1/4 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 although participants are welcome to bring their own items to use in class if they would like. 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. Minimum age is 10. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Custom survival classes tailored to companies, groups, families and friends also available upon request. 
Highlights:
  • 2 days of hands-on survival training that is comprehensive, professional and fun
  • Greater exposure to existing and new skills related to the 7 Priorities of Survival, including shelter-building, firecraft, water procurement and more
  • Opportunity to further develop knowledge and skills that will enrich your outdoor experience and help keep you safe
  • Opportunity to build and sleep in a shelter
  • 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

    • Review the causes of survival situations and ways we can prevent them
    • Review what we need to survive
    • Review suggested items to carry when heading to the backcountry or your local trail
    • Review the 7 Priorities of Survival 
    • Refine existing skills and learn new skills related to shelter building, knife use, fire making, water procurement, cordage making and others
    • A lot of hands-on practice and opportunities to apply skills during practical exercises and scenarios that simulate real conditions
    • Building your own shelter to stay in overnight

  • Prerequisites

    • Age 10+ (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
    • Previous completion of our basic wilderness survival class or equivalent training
    • Good overall health and fitness
    • Participants should dress appropriately for weather and temperature

  • Includes

    • 2 days/1 night of wilderness survival training 
    • Overnight stay at primitive camp 
    • All equipment including knives, fire starting tools, shelter material, cordage, etc

  • What to Bring

    Hiking shoes or closed-toe footwear with a good tread, towel, clothing appropriate for extended periods outside, rain jacket, drinking water or sports drink, meals, day pack (optional, may be helpful in carrying personal items to camp), toiletries and other personal items for overnight stay in primitive conditions, headlamp, camping gear (optional)

  • Meeting Location

    Meeting location and directions will be sent out separately.

  • Additional Information

    We will stay overnight onsite at our primitive camp. Note: there are no amenities (power, running water or flush toilets).  Class will break at 5 pm the first evening for those who wish to return to their vehicles to collect any additional items or attend to personal needs. Participants are responsible for their own meals and are welcome to cook dinner and breakfast at camp or go into town where there are several restaurants (20-30 min drive). Plan on lunches onsite in the interest of time.

    For those needing lodging the night before or after class, there are several options nearby.  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

    "I recently participated in a two-day Wilderness Survival class and it was an awesome experience! The instructor is an excellent teacher with tons of knowledge and experience, making the time spent in the class very enjoyable. He had tons of material prepared and guided us through each of the tasks he asked us to complete. Also, the location is excellent! I highly recommend this class."

    ~ Pedro L.

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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