Survival Day at Dahlem
Survival Day at Dahlem
Ready to test your outdoor skills? Join us for a hands-on, four-hour wilderness survival experience at the Dahlem Conservancy. Learn the essential tools of wilderness survival while exploring the beautiful autumn landscape. Together, we will hike the trails to practice tracking and identifying seasonal edible plants, work in teams to construct debris shelters, and tackle wilderness first aid scenarios. You will also learn how to pack a proper survival bag, purify water, and build a fire without a lighter. We will wrap up our survival days by using those very fires to cook a well-earned campfire treat.
This program is for anyone 8+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dates: Sunday, October 4th & Saturday, October 10th
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost: $13 for non-member / $10 for members each day
Location: Dahlem Conservancy / 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI 49201
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made after 48 hours in advance will not be eligible for a refund.
What to Bring: Bring what you think is important in a survival situation, making sure to definitely bring good hiking shoes, water, and dress in layers.
Tips: Make sure to eat a good breakfast and get a jump on hydration. If you have any food intolerances or allergies, I recommend bringing your own treat.
Topics
Sunday, October 4th:
- Packing for the Wilderness
- Orienteering
- Edible Nature
- Tracking
- Trapping & Knots
Saturday, October 10th:
- Water Collection & Purification
- Signaling
- Wilderness First Aid
- Shelter Building
- Fire Starting