You can learn to:
Make fire
Find, filter & purify water
Build natural shelter
Navigate by landscape, sun & stars
Identify and responsibly work with plants
Practice bushcraft & primitive skills
Read tracks, terrain & the signs of the land
Move safely through mountains and wilderness
Make cordage, knots & practical tools
Understand weather & changing conditions
Build confidence, adaptability & survival mindset
Reconnect with nature and your own instincts
What to Expect
Expect hands-on fun, supportive staff, and a mix of structured activities and open play. This is a space where campers can move, make, imagine, and grow.
Ages
Best for all ages
Date(s)
August 29, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
Time
Saturday 9:00am - Sunday 4:00pm EDT
Location
TBA
Schedule
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Campers ease into the day with light games, creative prompts, and a welcome circle to set the tone.
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Guided outdoor activities and free play to stretch, move, and soak up some fresh air.
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Campers will be responsible for brining their own lunch, but we'll provide water and some additional snacks daily.
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Hands-on time to explore the daily theme—whether it’s art, building, storytelling, or movement.
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We'll end the day with a closing circle before campers head home for the evening.
Where to Find Us
Transportation Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.
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A hands-on wilderness experience where you’ll learn practical survival, bushcraft, wildcraft, and ancestral skills while reconnecting with nature and learning to become more self-reliant in the wild.
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earning to read, understand, and work with the natural world—developing practical skills, confidence, awareness, and a deeper relationship with the land.
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No. The course is designed for beginners and experienced outdoorspeople alike. Skills are taught step-by-step, with opportunities to challenge yourself at your own level.
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Depending on the retreat, skills may include fire-making, shelter building, water finding and purification, navigation, tracking, wild food and plant identification, foraging, natural medicine, cordage, tool-making, cooking over fire, and wilderness awareness.
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Wildcrafting is the practice of responsibly working with plants and natural materials found in the wild—learning how to identify, harvest, prepare, and use them for food, medicine, craft, and everyday life.
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You’ll receive a detailed packing list before the retreat. Generally, you’ll need weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, a water bottle, personal essentials, and any required camping equipment.
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You don’t need to be an extreme adventurer. Some activities can be physically demanding, but we encourage everyone to participate at their own pace.
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meals are provided / participants cook together / dietary accommodations
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Absolutely! We encourage it!
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Safety is our priority. All activities are guided by experienced instructors, and you’ll be taught how to work responsibly with fire, tools, plants, water, and the environment.
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Yes. This is a hands-on experience. Expect to spend significant time outdoors learning directly from the environment rather than sitting in a classroom.
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Depending on the specific retreat, accommodations may range from camping and shelters to more comfortable lodging. Details will be provided for each experience.
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Possibly not. Part of the experience is stepping away from constant connectivity and becoming more present with your surroundings.
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We keep groups intentionally small so everyone receives hands-on instruction and has the opportunity to participate.
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Absolutely. Many people join solo. The retreat is designed to bring people together through shared experiences and learning.
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Unless conditions become unsafe, the elements are part of the experience. You’ll learn how to work with weather rather than simply avoid it.
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New skills, greater confidence in the outdoors, a deeper understanding of nature, and practical knowledge you can continue using long after the retreat ends.