Survival Skills & Classes
Learn essential wilderness survival techniques and modern primitive skills. We do occasionally offer classes not listed here, follow us on Facebook or inquire with us on upcoming classes.
Water Treatment
Learn how to locate, procure and process water that is safe to consume in the wild. Remember your body can't go more than 3 days without water.
In depth 2-3 hour course.- $50 per student.
Survival Fire
Learn many methods for creating fire, your survival could depend on it. From gathering materials, to chemical and science based techniques to primitive methods that have been used centuries ago. ESP Skills can teach you to master this craft.
A hands on experience, 2-3 hour course.- $50 per student.
Land Navigation
We have varying degrees of land navigation courses. Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite. Each with their own pre-requisites, gear lists, and challenges. The basic course is free and no gear is required to attend.
Intermediate course: 6 hours in the woods. Includes lunch. Some gear required. No pre-requisite. $75 per student.
Advanced course: 12-20 hours in the woods. Includes meals. A more extensive gear list required. Pre-requisite, must have attended intermediate course. $100 per student.
Elite course: An intense 20 hour adventure in the woods, scenario based training. Includes meals. Extensive gear list required. Pre-requisite, must have attended all other land nav courses. $150 per student.
Knots classes.
Our free knots classes are always popular and a wealth of knowledge. Learn at least 10 knots for camping, survival, or even everyday life. Join or schedule a knots class today. Knots classes are free!
Yes, we do teach primitive rope/cordage making. It's often displayed in many other outdoor classes during overnight camps. If you'd like a special course for just this aspect schedule one with us. $20 per student.
Some classes such as Mountain Living and Preparedness, Bushcraft basics, primitive and improvised tools, and certain survival courses are either seasonal or by special request. Follow us on Facebook or send us an inquiry.
Remembering Emma.
Pictured here right now is Emma the Adventure Bugg. She was our long time mascot, camping buddy and the best little girl in the world. She is forever in our hearts and her spirit encourages us to get out and explore!
Customer Feedback
Explore our clients' experiences with wilderness survival skills and more.
The wilderness survival course was life-changing. I learned so much and gained confidence.
Jake Thompson
Bailey
The Mountain Living and Preparedness course was very enlightening and so fun! I'm looking forward to more classes with ESP Skills so I have more confidence in my outdoor experiences.
Emily Carter
Conifer
