Learn Wilderness Skills That Save Lives
Hands-on survival, bushcraft, and outdoor living instruction in the Great Smoky Mountains - taught by experienced instructors with real field experience.
No Experience Needed • Small Class Sizes • All Skill Levels Welcome
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Vision Summit
January 15th
New York, NY
An engaging, interactive session designed for makers, innovators, and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas. Join us to exchange insights, explore creative possibilities, and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.
Creative Sync
February 15th
New York, NY
An engaging, interactive session designed for makers, innovators, and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas. Join us to exchange insights, explore creative possibilities, and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.
Inspire Night
March 15th
New York, NY
An engaging, interactive session designed for makers, innovators, and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas. Join us to exchange insights, explore creative possibilities, and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.
Come Curious. Leave Capable.
Learn real navigation, problem-solving, safety, and survival skills through hands-on field instruction - regardless of your experience level.
Our Courses Are Perfect For You If You…
Want practical. real-world outdoor skills
Enjoy hands-on experience with fire, navigation, plants and wilderness tools
Prefer small groups with focused, attentive instruction
Are eager to grow confidence and capability outdoors
Why Skillful Outdoor Training Matters
Whether preparing for back-country adventures or simply gaining deeper confidence and connection with nature, these courses equip you with practical skills you’ll use for years to come.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “…Andrew's class offerings have made me a better and smarter outdoors person. So far I've taken WFA, Survival 101, and Land Nav classes and all three have positively affected my outdoor adventures.” - Laura Partrain
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