Winter Nomad
Are you prepared for winter?
Thriving Winter
"As you build your gear from the land, you may wonder about those who used and relied on these skills. It really puts life into perspective" - Justin Thomas
During this course students will make many of the things they need from natural resources. You'll connect to the past through the skills you learn and get a feel for traveling light on gear in some of the coldest months of the year. Students will gain new appreciation for the things we have and learn the skills survive the winter!
Learn & Live Primitive Skills
Prepare to face the challenges of winter head-on with our comprehensive Winter Nomad Course. This field course is designed to teach you essential techniques for surviving and thriving in cold weather conditions, combining practical skills with expert guidance.
Beyond Survival
This course is a step beyond survival skills. While attending the Winter Nomad Course, students will learn how to use their local resources for shelter, fire, water, and obtaining food.
Additionally students will learn from expert instructors on how to build primitive traps, make hunting tools, and use local plants for food and medicine. This course is designed to give students the experience of what it takes to live and thrive in a winter wilderness setting.
Thrive In Winter
Join us for an immersive Winter Survival Course designed to equip you with essential skills for thriving in the cold wilderness. Set at a base camp, this hands-on program combines expert instruction with real-world practice, ensuring you gain the confidence to survive and thrive in winter conditions.
Throughout this course, you will learn to harness the natural resources around you. Our experienced instructors will guide you in:
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Fire Crafting: Discover various techniques to create fire from the land, using natural materials and traditional methods. Learn about fire safety, management, and its crucial role in warmth, cooking, and signaling.
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Shelter Building: Master the art of constructing shelters using snow, branches, and other local materials. You’ll design and build a safe, insulated refuge that can withstand harsh winter weather.
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Survival Skills: Acquire essential survival skills, including foraging for food, making snow tools, and recognizing winter hazards. Understand how to read the environment to make informed decisions that ensure your safety.
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Thrive in Winter: Engage in discussions and activities focused on mental resilience and adaptability. Learn how to cultivate a positive mindset and effectively cope with the challenges of winter survival.
This course is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and anyone looking to expand their survival skill set. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, you'll leave with invaluable knowledge and practical skills to help you not just survive, but thrive in winter environments.
Teens are allowed on this course with a paying adult. Teens must be 14 years of age at the time of the course.
What's Covered?
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Wilderness Camps & Super Shelter
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Shelter Heating & Beds
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Bow drill Fire - Off The Land
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Water disinfection without a filter
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Primitive traps and snares
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Wild Edible Plants
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Wild Medicine
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Natural Cordage
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Primitive Hunting Tools
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Wilderness Kits & Packs
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Knife Skills
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Heat losses and staying warm
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Survival Ski Shoes (Snow Shoes)
2024 Course Photos
2025 Course Locations & Dates
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Vernon UT - January 17th -19th
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Eureka Utah - 21st - 23rd
Pricing
$750