The biggest killer in the outdoors is environmental exposure, as regulating our core body temperature is one of the most important priorities for survival. This class will be weather dependent as to which shelter we build. We will build a quinzhee from snow or a debris shelter from sticks and leaves.

Shelter is your first line of defense from wind, rain, snow, sun, and air temperature. This class will teach you the essential skills to safely select an area to build a shelter for a survival situation. Clothing selection will also be covered, as proper clothing can make a huge difference in adverse weather.

This class requires the most movement and labor of any class offered by Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival, be prepared to work hard!

DURATION: 3 Hours

SKILLS COVERED:

• Safe Campsite Selection

• How to Properly Dress for the Outdoors

• Physics of Heat Loss/Gain

• Gathering Natural Materials to Construct an Earth Shelter

• Creating a Safe and Effective Shelter

• Ethics and Guidelines for Harvesting Plants to Craft Shelters

• Trash Bag and Tarp Shelters

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REQUIRED MATERIALS:​

• Large Scarf or Shemagh

• Folding Saw

• Appropriate Clothing for Weather

• Water, Lunch, and Snacks

• Notebook and Pen

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E-mail owleyeswilderness@gmail.com with any questions or to book a class.

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