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Woodland Survival 101 Watkinsville, GA

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Woodland Survival 101 • GEORGIA

$425.00

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WOODLAND SURVIVAL 101

4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS

Beginner/Moderate Level

This course is designed to be in addition to your admission to the '26 Fall Gathering & Adventure Expo and will begin Sunday afternoon after the weekend's closing events.

Sunday evening will be an introduction and include a fireside chat open for questions and answers regarding Jacks Genega's Alone: World Championship experience.

COURSE DETAILS​:

  • Learn how to take care of your medical needs in an emergency situation
  • Learn how to properly use a knife and saw to avoid injury
  • Signaling for rescue with the use of your kit and modern tools such as a Personal Locator Beacon
  • Make fire with various ignitions from modern to primitive using your ferro rod, magnifying lens, and bow-drill
  • Learn how to positively identify plants and trees that aid in fire and tool construction as we go on a woodland walk and collect resources
  • Turn your poncho into an emergency shelter or substitute pack
  • Learn how to make cordage and rope with jute twine
  • With the use of a compass, we will learn basic navigation skills and together we will run a small orienteering course through the woods
  • Discussion on how to maintain good hygiene in a wilderness setting
  • Learn self-defense techniques as a last resort should a predatory situation arise

Sleeping Arrangements:

Students are not required to stay on site, however, overnight camping is encouraged to deepen social bonds around the fire.

Students can set up their tents or hammocks along the woodline in the field (suggested) or in the woodland area near the classroom. 

Restrooms:

There is a Port-A-John along the woodline near Basecamp for use.

Food:

Food is not provided so students are required to bring their own meals and snacks for consumption. 

There are scheduled breaks for meal times. Everyone usually gathers around the campfire during mealtimes, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for fellowship. 

If you have a cooler, we recommend filling it with ice to store perishable items to keep everything fresh and ready to enjoy.

Students should still inform the instructor of any critical food allergies if any.

Terrain:

The property is rich in resources with varying tree species on top of a diverse range of edible and medicinal plants. 

There are deep creek beds that can make navigating for some difficult. Participants should be mindful of their physical limitations and potential for mechanical injury when navigating off the trails. 

The trail into the woods is a worn down dirt path so vehicles can risk getting trapped. Those driving sedans or 2WD vehicles are not recommended to pass.

Cell Coverage:

Cell service is reliable except for some T-Mobile users where reception is rare, but can sometimes receive signal.

WiFi is available near the farm house for emergency use.

Water:

We suggest bringing plenty of water for hydration, cooking, and hygiene. 

Potable water is available on site near the farmhouse and also near the shower stall next to Basecamp.

There is a single outdoor shower stall that is usable barring certain weather conditions.

Power:

There is no external power source available for students. Participants should bring their own power stations or chargeable units for cell phones, head lamps, etc.

Trash:

There is a trash can available in Basecamp and a dumpster along the driveway.

Please respect this land and “leave no trace.”

TRAVEL ITEMS REQUIRED BY THE PARTICIPANT:

  • Sleep System (Tent/Hammock) and Insulation (If choosing to stay on site)
  • Collapsible Chair
  • Headlamp with Spare Batteries
  • Proper Clothing for Season and Weather
  • Leather Gloves
  • Cookware and stoves for personal meals you provide
  • Water and Container
  • Hygiene items and Medications
  • Notebooks and Pencils
  • Combination Tool like a Leatherman or SAK
  • Cargo Tape for Repair

TOOLS AND GEAR FOR COURSE USE WILL BE PROVIDED by Wildcard Wilderness Survival

If you choose to bring your own gear, then below is what is recommended and not required!

OPTIONAL GEAR LIST:

  • Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath (4” min blade length)
  • 1 x Roll of Jute Twine (100 ft min)
  • Folding Saw (Silky is suggested)
  • Ferro Rod with Striker
  • 1x Lighter
  • 50’ Paracord
  • 1x Stainless Steel Container with an Enclosed Lid (Altoids tin will work fine)
  • 1 x 100% Cotton Bandana or Shemagh (to be burned)
  • 1 x Matches (Any Kind but Waterproof is suggested)
  • 1 x Magnifying Lens
  • 1 x Poncho (Helikon or Snugpak suggested)

 Recommended Gear for this Class

Georgia Bushcraft

1150 Carruth Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677

​FINE PRINT:

  • Instructor is Wilderness First Responder certified and a licensed HAM Radio operator (KE8WHY)
  • Potable water is available on site and in the classroom
  • Be prepared for All Weather as this class is in an outdoor setting
  • No Meals are provided so students must bring their own food and snacks. A 90-minute lunch break is given should students wish to cook their meal or leave the property
  • Portable Restrooms are within 100 meters of the classroom
  • Students are not required to stay on site after class hours however it is encouraged to develop connections around a central fire
  • Students can tent camp or hammock camp, however, space is limited for hammocks
  • Firearms are not permitted in the classroom
  • Alcohol and drug use are not permitted during class hours
  • Students accept all liability for personal injury

Learn Survival Priorities with #WildcardJacks

Would you like to gain essential wilderness skills while deepening your connection to nature?

Woodland Survival 101 is an immersive weekend course designed for anyone looking to build practical wilderness skills and confidence in the outdoors. Open to all experience levels, from complete beginners to seasoned outdoor enthusiasts, this course provides a welcoming, hands on learning environment where participants develop the knowledge needed to stay safe, comfortable, and capable in the wilderness. Whether you're a hiker, camper, hunter, homesteader, or simply someone who wants to become more self reliant, this course lays a solid foundation in modern survival and traditional bushcraft.

Fire, Shelter, and Water are Your Winning Hand for Survival

Learn how to take care of your immediate needs in emergency preparedness in a wilderness setting.

What will you discover?

  • Fire Ignition: Learn various ignitions from percussion to friction
  • Knife Safety: Acquire critical cutting safety skills
  • Self-Rescue: Discover lost prevention methods with a compass
  • Self-Aid: Develop medical skills like how to stop the bleed

Throughout the weekend, students will gain experience in essential survival skills including fire lighting, shelter construction, navigation, water procurement and purification, and basic wilderness first aid. Additional topics such as signaling for rescue, wilderness hygiene, knife safety, and survival priorities provide a well rounded understanding of how to respond to unexpected situations in the outdoors. Through practical instruction and real world scenarios, participants will leave with greater confidence, stronger problem solving abilities, and the skills to thrive in a woodland environment.

Georgia Bushcraft

1150 Carruth Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677

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