Wilderness Skills Clinic
Geneva Lodge & Conference Center
Saturday March 10, 2012
Geneva Lodge
Description: This TFO clinic is one of our more diverse training programs, loaded with skills and challenges. If you possess basic hiking, camping, and wilderness survival skills, and are now looking for the next step in your training, then this ten hour program is for you. The training is conducted both indoors and out, providing the best forum for the training. It's held rain or shine, and requires all students to be dress appropriately for the season. The training is conducted by both lectures and field exercises with hands-on training throughout the clinic. Our goal is to introduce as many skills to you as time allows. You will be apart of a small group of students, all looking to sharpen similar skills. You will be busy throughout the programs but will have time for meals and breaks. Even with all that you will learn, this program is sure to peak your interests in developing other skills. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
Main Topics:
* Trip Planning: Learn how to plan a long term trip by gathering important information, selecting equipment, and determining the support you'll need.
* Equipment Selection: Learn the fundamentals of equipment selection and what equipment you will need for your next big outing.
*Coping with Cold Weather: Cold weather or rapid changes in the weather can be life threatening. Learn how to enjoy your outing better by properly preparing for cold weather.
* Psychology of Survival: You will learn how to identify and control psychological stresses associated with a survival situation, and develop personal methods to maintain a Positive Mental Attitude. We'll discuss group dynamics and what it takes to be a leader in a crisis.
* First Aid: Many survival situations occur due to personal injuries that are not address properly or quickly enough after they occur. During your training we will conduct first aid training sessions. You will experience the handicap of an injury and how it could effect your ability to perform needed survival skills.
* Fire Making & Campfires: Fire one of the most useful tools you have in the wilderness. Mastering fire making skills take time and practice but we can help shorten the learning curve for you. You will be introduced to many fire making methods, what makes them work, and tips to make them work better. You will also gain an understanding of which ones work best under extreme conditions.
* Shelter: Protecting yourself from the elements is a major priority in wilderness survival. You will learn how to protect yourself even if a structured shelter is not available or practical. We will cover conditions such as; wind, rain, heat, snow, sun, and dramatic changes in temperature.
* Water: We will further investigate the importance of water, and the hazards associated with drinking contaminated water. You will learn how to make water safe to drink as well as palatable. You will also learn how to acquire water when water is scarce.
* Land Navigation: You will learn many skills that are needed to navigate in the wilderness. Learn how to determine your location and how to get back to where you want to be! We will also improve on your map reading skills and route planning.
* Traps and Snares: You will make three of the most effective types of traps or snares, and learn where to place them to be effective. This class will also cover game identification and tracking fundamentals. You will learn how to determine what game your hunting before you make and set a trap.
*Snow Shoes & Sleds: Learn the benefits to snow shoes and sleds when traveling on a snowy winter outing. Learn how to select the proper snow shoes, fit the bindings, and how to properly walk in them. We will also discuss how to modify a basic sled to be used in the back-country.
Prerequisites: This training is conducted on a intermediate level and requires the students to posses fundamental outdoor skills. This includes how to properly dress for the outdoors, the basic functions of compass, basic fire making skills, proper handling of a knife & hatchet, and have participated in at least (20) nights camping or backpacking.
Age Requirements: 18 and older
Skill Level of Training: Intermediate
Physical Demands: Moderate
Program Hours: (10) hours
Days of Training: (1)
Location: Geneva Lodge and Conference Center, Geneva-On-The-Lake, Ohio
Date: Saturday March 10, 2012
Times: Check-in 8:30am - Clinic Completion 6:00:pm
Class Size: 12
Cost: Special! $85.00/person (Regular Fee $125)
Multi-Person Discount: Register two or more people at one time and receive a 15% discount. Add additional people to your group at a later date and they will receive the same discount.
Main Topics:
* Trip Planning: Learn how to plan a long term trip by gathering important information, selecting equipment, and determining the support you'll need.
* Equipment Selection: Learn the fundamentals of equipment selection and what equipment you will need for your next big outing.
*Coping with Cold Weather: Cold weather or rapid changes in the weather can be life threatening. Learn how to enjoy your outing better by properly preparing for cold weather.
* Psychology of Survival: You will learn how to identify and control psychological stresses associated with a survival situation, and develop personal methods to maintain a Positive Mental Attitude. We'll discuss group dynamics and what it takes to be a leader in a crisis.
* First Aid: Many survival situations occur due to personal injuries that are not address properly or quickly enough after they occur. During your training we will conduct first aid training sessions. You will experience the handicap of an injury and how it could effect your ability to perform needed survival skills.
* Fire Making & Campfires: Fire one of the most useful tools you have in the wilderness. Mastering fire making skills take time and practice but we can help shorten the learning curve for you. You will be introduced to many fire making methods, what makes them work, and tips to make them work better. You will also gain an understanding of which ones work best under extreme conditions.
* Shelter: Protecting yourself from the elements is a major priority in wilderness survival. You will learn how to protect yourself even if a structured shelter is not available or practical. We will cover conditions such as; wind, rain, heat, snow, sun, and dramatic changes in temperature.
* Water: We will further investigate the importance of water, and the hazards associated with drinking contaminated water. You will learn how to make water safe to drink as well as palatable. You will also learn how to acquire water when water is scarce.
* Land Navigation: You will learn many skills that are needed to navigate in the wilderness. Learn how to determine your location and how to get back to where you want to be! We will also improve on your map reading skills and route planning.
* Traps and Snares: You will make three of the most effective types of traps or snares, and learn where to place them to be effective. This class will also cover game identification and tracking fundamentals. You will learn how to determine what game your hunting before you make and set a trap.
*Snow Shoes & Sleds: Learn the benefits to snow shoes and sleds when traveling on a snowy winter outing. Learn how to select the proper snow shoes, fit the bindings, and how to properly walk in them. We will also discuss how to modify a basic sled to be used in the back-country.
Prerequisites: This training is conducted on a intermediate level and requires the students to posses fundamental outdoor skills. This includes how to properly dress for the outdoors, the basic functions of compass, basic fire making skills, proper handling of a knife & hatchet, and have participated in at least (20) nights camping or backpacking.
Age Requirements: 18 and older
Skill Level of Training: Intermediate
Physical Demands: Moderate
Program Hours: (10) hours
Days of Training: (1)
Location: Geneva Lodge and Conference Center, Geneva-On-The-Lake, Ohio
Date: Saturday March 10, 2012
Times: Check-in 8:30am - Clinic Completion 6:00:pm
Class Size: 12
Cost: Special! $85.00/person (Regular Fee $125)
Multi-Person Discount: Register two or more people at one time and receive a 15% discount. Add additional people to your group at a later date and they will receive the same discount.
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