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WILDERNESS SKILLS WALK- JUNE 27th

DEEP NATURE CONNECTION WALK

📅 June 27th 2026 | 👥 Max 12 Participants | 💲 $125
Ages 12+ (under 16 with parent/guardian)

Instead of focusing on a fast-paced hike, the intention is to slow down, observe, and attune to the frequency of nature and its wildlife.


Join Joel for a guided nature walk. We will focus on wildlife tracking, plant identification, foraging, water sources, ancestral fire making and skills to energetically connect to the land. I guarantee that you will not look at nature the same way after this experience.

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

  • Naturalist skills

  • Meditation to reset and calm your brain & nervous system

  • Wildlife tracking and behavior patterns

  • Ancestral fire making skills

  • Edible, medicinal, and useful plant ID

  • locating good water sources

  • A safe space for introspection and heartfelt discussion

Everything is guided, intentional, and purpose-driven.

Get to know your guide Joel through his podcast “IN THE BUSH”

DETAILS

Dates
June 27, 2026

Location
Sisters, Oregon

Group Size
12 Maximum
Minimum age: 12

Investment
$125

WHAT TO BRING

  • journal and pen

  • drinking water bottle

  • Lunch

  • An open mind and open heart

WHAT’S PROVIDED

  • Instruction, guidance, and group containment

SAFETY, RESPECT AND STEWARDSHIP

Training emphasizes safety, environmental responsibility, and respect for the land.
All activities are guided and scaled for different experience levels, with risk awareness integrated throughout.

HOW TO JOIN

This gathering is intentionally small and selective.

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Full payment required to secure your spot

  • 30+ days prior: 97% refund

  • 14–30 days prior: 75% refund

  • Under 14 days: 50% refund

  • If we cancel the gathering, a full refund or alternative date will be offered

WILD MAN GATHERING. SISTERS, OR. AUGUST 22-23, 2026

WILD MEN’S GATHERING

A 2-day immersive men’s gathering that strips away distraction and creates a powerful container for deep grounding into nature immersion, survival skills, brotherhood, and intentional solitude.

📍 Sisters, Oregon | 🗓 June 22-23, 2026 | 👥 10 Men Max

This gathering is for men who feel the call to challenge themselves, enhance outdoor self reliance and discover more about their minds.

THIS IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You want to connect deeper with nature

  • You’re looking for self reflection

  • You want to learn outdoor self reliance skills

  • You’re committed to becoming more grounded, capable, and courageous

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

This gathering is intentionally minimalist. Distraction is removed so awareness, capability, and presence can return.

  • Deep nature connection

  • Practical survival skills including fire making, tracking & shelter building

  • Silence and solitude meditations

  • Campfire council for honest conversation and brotherhood

Everything is guided, intentional, and purpose-driven.

Get to know your guide Joel through his podcast “IN THE BUSH”

THE OUTCOMES MEN LEAVE WITH

  • Deeper calm, focus, and purpose

  • Clear awareness of habits and weaknesses

  • Renewed connection to Nature

  • Practical bushcraft skills for real-world self-reliance

  • Broadened Spiritual awareness

DETAILS

Dates
April 22-23, 2026
Arrive by 9am on the 22nd
Finishing and departing 3pm on the 23rd

Location
Kalamataka Ranch
Sisters, Oregon

Group Size
10 Men Maximum. Minimum 5 person requirement to run gathering
Minimum age: 16

Investment
$250

WHAT TO BRING

  • Sturdy footwear and cold-weather-appropriate clothing

  • Tent and warm sleep system

  • Food and coffee

  • Personal water bottle and small daypack

  • Simple knife (if you have one)

  • Journal and pen

  • Willingness to engage fully and step beyond comfort

WHAT’S PROVIDED

  • Drinking water. bring your own food

  • Camping facilities and porta potty

  • Instruction, guidance, and group containment

SAFETY, RESPECT AND STEWARDSHIP

Training emphasizes safety, environmental responsibility, and respect for the land.
All activities are guided and scaled for different experience levels, with risk awareness integrated throughout.

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Full payment required to secure your spot

  • 30+ days prior: 97% refund

  • 14–30 days prior: 75% refund

  • Under 14 days: 50% refund

  • If we cancel the gathering, a full refund or alternative date will be offered

EARTH SKILLS & REWILDING CAMP: SISTERS, OREGON, JULY 18–19th 2026

A weekend nature immersion retreat to build wilderness skills, reconnect with self and land & grow in a community of Change makers

Join Jess Caldwell Founder of Wildkind Outdoors and Joel van der Loon Founder of Primal Skills Academy for a transformational weekend immersed in the wild. This is more than a campout, this is a return to self, to land, to community and Spirit. Set on the beautiful private land of Kalamataca Ranch, this experience is designed to reconnect you with your instincts, awaken your senses, and cultivate the skills and awareness needed to move through the natural world with more confidence and ease.

What You’ll Experience

Holistic Survival Training

Guided nature immersion & sensory activation practices

A scenic journey to remote natural spring waters

Firecraft & campfire conversations for community connection

Daily ALIVENESS training to awaken body, mind, and intuition

Beyond Skills: A Holistic Approach

Throughout the weekend, Jess and Joel will guide you through nature awareness and mindfulness practices to deepen your connection to self and the land. We will offer holistic health practices that restore vitality to the body.

Why This Matters

We are living in a rapidly changing world. Modern life often disconnects us from natures rhythms, from our bodies wisdom, and from one another. This lifestyle can leave us feeling overwhelmed, depleted, and numb.

This weekend is an opportunity to:

build resilience from the inside out

help balance the nervous system

Step into a more grounded and embodied form of aliveness

We are not separate from nature ~ we are nature. Your presence, your voice, and your leadership are needed in this time of global change.

The Experience

Sleep under the stars

Walk the land with awareness and wonder

Drink natural spring water with ceremonial reverence

Gather around the fire in shared ritual and reflection

Together, we’ll explore what it means to live more awake, connected, and balanced.

Our Philosophy

Holistic survival in today’s world requires both:

Practical skills and a preparedness mindset inspired by the awareness and adaptability of our ancestors

Inner resilience (mental clarity, physical vitality, emotional awareness, and connection)

Through the elements: Earth, Water, Fire, Air & Ether, we cultivate a way of living that supports both individual and collective wellbeing.

As Earth Walkers who feel the winds of change and can sense the need to gather in community and organize, this campout is not just skills training but an opportunity to become the change you wish to see in the world. Jess & Joel welcome you to awaken something primal within your bones and to gather at this ceremonial fire.

DETAILS

Dates
July 18-19, 2026

Location
Kalamataka Ranch
Sisters, Oregon

Group Size
12 Maximum. Minimum 6 person requirement to run gathering
Minimum age: 16

Investment
$295

Contact us for a couples for friends discount!

What to Bring

Personal camping gear (car camping)

Food for the weekend

A full gear list will be provided upon registration

CANCELLATION POLICY: CANCELLATION POLICY: Payment required in full to secure dates and availability. If cancellation is at least 30 days prior to the course start date 97% of course cost is refunded. If cancellation is within 14 to 30 days prior to course start date 75% of course cost is refunded. If cancellation is within 14 days of course start date 50% of course cost will be refunded. Due to minimum class size requirements we might need to cancel a course, if so we will provide a full refund or offer an alternative course date.

KIDS BUSHCRAFT - FUNDAMENTALS. AGES 6 AND OLDER. AUGUST 1st 2026

KIDS BUSHCRAFT - FUNDAMENTALS

A fun day out in nature for kids and parents. For ages 6 and older. The following skills will be covered: Knife use and safety, survival tactics for emergency situations, shelter building, fire-making, water purification, useful plant identification. 100% hands-on. A legal parent or guardian must accompany the child-no extra charge. Hiking is minimal.

Location: Kalamataka Ranch, Sisters, OR (After booking we will send you directions)

Date: August 1st 2026. Ages 6 and older. 15 kid max.

Time: 9am-3pm

What to bring: Knife (Beavercraft knives are a good option) drinking water, lunch, 6 inch ferrocerium rod (https://4directionsbushcraft.com/product/1-2x6-ferrocerium-rod/)

CANCELLATION POLICY: CANCELLATION POLICY: Payment required in full to secure dates and availability. If cancellation is at least 30 days prior to the course start date 97% of course cost is refunded. If cancellation is within 14 to 30 days prior to course start date 75% of course cost is refunded. If cancellation is within 14 days of course start date 50% of course cost will be refunded. Due to minimum class size requirements we might need to cancel a course, if so we will provide a full refund or offer an alternative course date.

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL FUNDAMENTALS. OCTOBER 10, 2026. AGES 10 AND OLDER

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL FUNDAMENTALS

Build Calm, Capability, and Confidence Outdoors

A one-day, hands-on introduction to wilderness survival skills designed to give you a clear foundation for responding calmly and effectively in an emergency situation.

This course emphasizes practical skills, awareness, and decision-making—not endurance or hiking.

📍 Sisters, Oregon | 🗓 OCTOBER 10. 2026 | 👥 12 Participants Max | Ages 10+

WHY THIS COURSE EXISTS

Most survival situations are not about strength or gear.
They are about calm thinking, simple skills, and good decisions under stress.

This entry-level course teaches the core fundamentals every outdoor traveler, hunter, or family should know—without overwhelming complexity.

It is designed to be approachable, practical, and confidence-building.

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You want a solid foundation in wilderness survival

  • You spend time outdoors and want to be better prepared

  • You’re new to bushcraft or survival skills

  • You’re a parent wanting to equip your child with real skills

No prior experience is required.
No hiking is involved.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

This course blends 30% instruction and discussion with 70% hands-on practice.

CORE SKILLS COVERED:

  • Physiological and psychological challenges in survival situations

  • How to stay calm and mitigate panic

  • Knife handling and safety

  • Shelter building fundamentals

  • Fire-making techniques

  • Water purification methods

  • Emergency signaling and rescue awareness

  • Basic foraging and plant ID

Students leave with practical experience, not just information.

WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH

  • Greater confidence outdoors

  • Calm decision-making skills under pressure

  • A working understanding of survival priorities

  • Hands-on experience with essential tools

  • A foundation you can build on with further training

DETAILS

Date
OCTOBER 10. 2026

Time
9:00am – 4:00pm

Location
Sisters, Oregon
(Directions provided after booking)

Group Size
12 Participants Maximum

Ages
10 years and older

WHAT TO BRING

REQUIRED ITEMS:

  • Knife (Beavercraft knives recommended)

  • Lunch

  • Water bottle

  • 6" ferrocerium rod
    (4Directions Bushcraft recommended)

  • Gloves

  • Warm clothing

HOW TO JOIN

Spots are limited to keep instruction personal and effective.

Once registered, you’ll receive:

  • Location details and directions

  • Course reminders

  • Preparation guidance

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Full payment required to secure your spot

  • 30+ days prior: 97% refund

  • 14–30 days prior: 75% refund

  • Under 14 days: 50% refund

  • If the course is canceled by us, a full refund or alternative date will be offered

KIDS SLINGSHOT HUNTING & TRAPPING. AGES 6-14. JULY 25, 2026

Kids Hunting & Trapping class

Gift your kids real skill-building in this unforgettable kids hunting course. Students will learn how to use high quality slingshots with accuracy (they get to keep them), and set simple deadfall traps for small game—all while developing patience, awareness, and respect for the land. It’s hands-on, empowering, and a whole lot of fun. Hunting success will lead to animal processing and cooking. A legal parent or guardian must accompany the child-no extra charge. Hiking is minimal.

Location: Kalamataka Ranch, Sisters, OR (After booking we will send you directions)

Date: July 25. 2026. Ages 6 and older. 15 kid max.

Time: 9am-3pm

What to bring: Knife (Beavercraft knives are a good option) drinking water, lunch

CANCELLATION POLICY: CANCELLATION POLICY: Payment required in full to secure dates and availability. If cancellation is at least 30 days prior to the course start date 97% of course cost is refunded. If cancellation is within 14 to 30 days prior to course start date 75% of course cost is refunded. If cancellation is within 14 days of course start date 50% of course cost will be refunded. Due to minimum class size requirements we might need to cancel a course, if so we will provide a full refund or offer an alternative course date.

ONLINE WILDERNESS SURVIVAL SKILLS COURSE.

ONLINE SURVIVAL SKILLS COURSE

Lifesaving Skills. Learn Anywhere. Train at Your Pace.

A concise, practical online Survival course covering the core priorities of wilderness survival — designed to build confidence, awareness, and foundational skill from anywhere in the world.

This course delivers over 60 minutes of focused instruction at a very accessible price and is ideal as a stand-alone introduction or a supplement to hands-on field training.

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WHY THIS COURSE EXISTS

Most survival failures aren’t caused by lack of gear — they’re caused by lack of understanding.

This online course breaks survival down into clear priorities, helping you think correctly under stress and apply simple, effective solutions when it matters most.

It’s designed to give you a strong knowledge base before stepping into the field.

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You want a foundational understanding of wilderness survival

  • You’re new to bushcraft or survival skills

  • You want to learn at your own pace

  • You plan to attend a field course and want to arrive prepared

  • You want practical, real-world knowledge — not entertainment

No prior experience is required.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

You’ll be guided through the core priorities of survival, step by step:

  • Survival psychology and decision-making

  • Shelter selection and construction

  • Fire-making fundamentals

  • Water sourcing and purification

  • Food acquisition basics

  • Emergency signaling and rescue awareness

This knowledge forms the backbone of all effective survival training.

COURSE BREAKDOWN

This course includes 20 modular video lessons, allowing you to train at your own pace and revisit topics anytime.

MODULE LIST:

  • Main Introduction

  • Survival Gear

  • Shelter Overview

  • A-Frame Shelter

  • Lean-To Shelter

  • Emergency Space Blanket

  • Fire Lesson Overview

  • Finding and Processing Tinder

  • Ferrocerium Rod, Tinder & Accelerants

  • Bow Drill — Part 1

  • Bow Drill — Part 2

  • Building an Established Fire

  • Water Sourcing & Purification

  • Emergency Signaling

  • Food Overview

  • Foraging for Food

  • Fishing with Hook & Line

  • Processing & Cooking Rabbit

  • Paiute Deadfall Trap — Part 1

  • Paiute Deadfall Trap — Part 2

WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH

  • A clear understanding of survival priorities

  • Better decision-making under stress

  • Practical, real-world knowledge

  • Confidence entering outdoor situations

  • A solid foundation for hands-on training

HOW YOU GET ACCESS

  • Purchase the course through our website

  • Within 24 hours, you’ll receive an email with your login link and password

  • Access the course anytime, from anywhere, for life

  • Rewatch lessons as often as you like

HOW THIS FITS YOUR TRAINING PATH

This online course is best used:

  • As your first step into survival skills

  • As preparation before a field course

  • As a refresher between hands-on trainings

Knowledge plus practice creates competence.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Due to the nature of digital content, no refunds are provided for this purchase.

HADZA FULL IMMERSION ADVENTURE (10 DAYS) TANZANIA, MAY 2026 - $4,000 TOTAL - $2,000 DEPOSIT TO RESERVE

HADZA BUSHCRAFT & ANCESTRAL IMMERSION

Live With One of the Last Hunter-Gatherer Tribes on Earth

A rare, full-immersion experience living alongside a Hadzabe family at Lake Eyasi, Tanzania — hunting, foraging, crafting tools, and learning directly from one of humanity’s oldest continuous cultures.

This is not tourism.
This is a return to our human origins.

📍 Lake Eyasi, Tanzania | 🗓 May 22–31, 2026 | 👥 10 Participants Max

WHY THIS EXPERIENCE EXISTS

Modern life has severed us from the rhythms that shaped our bodies, minds, and values.

For thousands of years, humans lived as hunter-gatherers — skilled, present, communal, and deeply connected to land and life.

This immersion offers a rare glimpse into that way of being.

Living alongside a Hadzabe family we have a close relationship with, you will:

  • Craft traditional bows and arrows

  • Hunt and forage alongside the Hadza

  • Make fire by friction

  • Gather wild honey, roots, and fruits

  • Learn culture, language, and worldview firsthand

For most participants, this experience is profoundly life-altering.

WHO THIS EXPERIENCE IS FOR

This immersion is mildly demanding — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

THIS EXPERIENCE IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You feel called to understand our ancestral roots

  • You want deep cultural immersion, not observation

  • You’re physically capable of hiking for hours daily

  • You’re open to mild discomfort, simplicity, and reality

  • You respect hunting as survival, not sport

This is not a luxury retreat.
It is raw, real, and deeply human.

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

As a small group, we will live and move as a tribe.

  • Full immersion with a Hadzabe family

  • Traditional bow making and hunting

  • Fire making and primitive skills

  • Foraging for wild foods

  • Daily movement across rugged terrain

  • Cultural exchange and learning

  • Nights under the stars

Food is provided and supplemented with wild foods we harvest together.

The Hadza respect all wildlife — and there is no sugar-coating the realities of dispatching, processing, and eating animals. This is survival, not spectacle.

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SAFETY, RISK & MEDICAL REALITY

We will be very isolated, far from advanced medical facilities.

  • Emergency beacons are carried

  • Comprehensive first-aid supplies are on hand

  • Activities are guided with care and experience

That said, this is a remote and physically demanding experience.
A reasonable level of fitness is required.

After booking, a mandatory phone call is required to assess health and fitness.
We reserve the right to refund your deposit and refuse participation if minimum standards are not met.

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

DAY 1

Pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or hotel in Arusha.
Transfer to lodge in Arusha for the first night.

DAY 2

Travel from Arusha to Lake Eyasi (approx. 5 hours).
Meet Hadza guides and family. Set up camp and orient to the land.

DAYS 3–7

Hunting, bushcraft, and cultural immersion.
Six full days (and sometimes nights) living, learning, and moving with the Hadza.

DAY 8

Final hunt in the morning.
Midday departure to Tarangire National Park.
Overnight at a tented lodge.

DAY 9

Full-day safari in Tarangire National Park.
Witness Africa’s large game including elephants, lions, giraffe, zebra, and more.

DAY 10

Breakfast and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).

DETAILS

Dates
May 22–31, 2026

Location
Lake Eyasi, Tanzania
Nearest airport: Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Group Size
10 Participants Maximum
Contact us to join the cancellation list

Investment
$4,000
$2,000 non-refundable deposit required

WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH

  • A lived understanding of ancestral human life

  • Deep respect for hunting, survival, and culture

  • Greater resilience, humility, and perspective

  • Skills and awareness that modern life rarely offers

  • A lasting shift in how you see yourself and the world

“You are almost guaranteed to be personally transformed by this trip… In hindsight, it is hard to imagine my life without this experience.”
— James McMillan, Colorado

WHAT TO BRING (MINIMALIST APPROACH)

We encourage participants to bring only essentials, mirroring the Hadza way of life.

RECOMMENDED GEAR:

  • One set of clothing + warm sweater

  • Knife

  • Sunscreen

  • Stainless steel water bottle or canteen

  • Hat

  • Broken-in hiking boots or running shoes

  • Sleeping bag or wool blanket

  • Personal sanitation items

  • Headlamp or small flashlight

  • Water filter (Grayl GeoPress recommended)

Sleeping mats are provided.
We recommend sleeping under the stars — tents are not necessary during the dry season.

Extra luggage can be stored at the lodge before entering the bush.

REQUIREMENTS (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

  • Reasonable physical fitness required (5–10 miles hiking daily)

  • Participants must be healthy

  • Must disclose allergies, heart conditions, diabetes, etc.

  • Ages 14+ if accompanied by a guardian

  • Ages 18+ if unaccompanied

  • Liability waiver required

  • Tanzania visa required ($100)

  • Travel insurance strongly recommended

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle & all transportation

  • Airport transfers

  • All village, park, and entry fees

  • Professional guides

  • All meals

  • Accommodation

  • Drinking water

  • Sleeping mats (tents available upon request)

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

  • International flights to/from JRO

  • Tanzania travel visa

  • Personal sanitation items

  • Gratuities (optional, appreciated)

HEALTH INFORMATION

Malaria exists in Tanzania. Risk in our area is relatively low, but prevention is advised.

  • Consult your doctor or the CDC regarding prophylactics

  • Bring mosquito spray and netting

  • Notify us of any medical conditions prior to booking

We are happy to discuss health concerns directly.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS (SUMMARY)

  • $2,000 non-refundable deposit required

  • Balance due 60 days prior to start date

  • Cancellation penalties apply based on timing: More than 60 days before start date - deposit. 29 to 56 days before start date - 50%. 0 to 28 days before start date - total cost of tour

  • Travel insurance is required

  • If minimum of 5 participants is not met, a full refund will be issued

Full terms apply upon booking.

HOW TO APPLY

This experience is intentionally small, selective, and rare.

If you feel the call, the next step is to contact us and begin the application process.

HOLISTIC FAIR CHASE HUNTING COURSE - AUSTIN, TEXAS FEBRUARY 25-28th 2026 FULL

HOLISTIC FAIR CHASE HUNTING COURSE

A 4-day immersive hunting course designed to give you a clear, grounded foundation in ethical hunting — from scouting and strategy to shot placement, processing, and cooking wild game.

Led by experienced bowhunters Cole Wilks and Joel van der Loon, this course is ideal for beginners and seasoned hunters looking to refine their approach.

📍 Johnson City, TX | 🗓 February 25–28, 2026 | 👥 8 Students Max. FULL

“I feel at least 10x more prepared going into this season than I did prior to the course. My approach will be vastly different based on the information and advice presented.”
— James McMillan, Colorado

WHY THIS COURSE EXISTS

Hunting is part of who we are.

For some, the call is to eat wild food.
For others, it’s a deeper connection to land, self-reliance, and challenge.

Where to begin can feel overwhelming.
This course removes confusion, shortens the learning curve, and gives you a clear, ethical, and practical path forward.

Hunting is a sacred ritual — far more than the kill.
It’s the full arc: scouting, patience, skill, responsibility, and respect.

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You’ve never hunted and want a solid, ethical foundation

  • You feel called to harvest your own wild food

  • You want hands-on instruction, not internet theory

  • You want to improve confidence, accuracy, and decision-making

  • You value respect for animals, land, and process

No hunting experience is required.

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

This is a hands-on, field-based course with real instruction and real application.

  • Classroom and field instruction blended throughout each day

  • E-scouting and boots-on-the-ground scouting

  • Archery, rifle, and shotgun fundamentals and safety

  • Stalking, wind reading, and camouflage techniques

  • Animal processing, butchering, and cooking wild game

  • Camp-based learning with instructors available throughout

You will camp on site and live the rhythm of a real hunting camp.

HUNTING OPPORTUNITY

Participants will have the opportunity to hunt a wild pig using archery equipment only during the course.

  • Accuracy must be demonstrated at 20 yards

  • Hunting opportunities may not occur every day

  • No license or tags required

  • Ethical shot placement and restraint are emphasized

CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

CORE INSTRUCTION INCLUDES:

  • Department of Fish & Wildlife rules and regulations

  • Wildlife identification, habitat, and behavior

  • Scouting methods:

    • OnX & Google Earth e-scouting

    • Tracks, sign, topography, and habitat reading

  • Essential gear and weapons selection

  • Hunting strategies and decision-making

  • Wind reading and approach tactics

  • Vocalizations and calling

  • Archery technique and safety

  • Rifle and shotgun instruction and safety

  • Basic survival skills

  • Field dressing, packing out, and animal processing

  • Cooking wild game

WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH

  • Confidence entering your next hunting season

  • A clear system for scouting and preparation

  • Improved accuracy and weapon handling

  • Ethical understanding of harvest and processing

  • Practical, real-world hunting skills

  • A grounded connection to the full hunting process

DETAILS

Dates
February 25–28, 2026
Start: 9am Day 1
Finish: Around noon Day 4

Location
Private Ranch
Johnson City, Texas
~1 hour west of Austin
Exact address provided after booking

Group Size
8 Participants Max
5 Minimum to Run Course
(4 spots currently open)

Investment
$1,800

WHAT’S PROVIDED

  • 3 meals per day

  • Drinking water

  • High-level instruction

  • Camping facilities

  • Field and classroom instruction

Transportation to and from the ranch is your responsibility.

WHAT TO BRING

REQUIRED GEAR:

  • Warm clothing (75°F daytime / 30s at night)

  • Earth tones recommended (camo not required)

  • Rain gear

  • Tent and sleeping system

  • Hiking boots

  • Water bottle

  • Mug, bowl, plate, fork, spoon

  • Small daypack

  • Headlamp

  • Sharp knife

  • Swimsuit (river nearby)

  • Snacks

  • Notebook and pen

OPTIONAL GEAR:

  • Recurve, longbow, or compound bow with arrows

  • Binoculars

  • OnX Hunting App (free trial recommended)

  • Any hunting or survival gear you’d like to test or discuss

HOW TO JOIN

Spots are limited and filled on a first-come basis.

Once registered, you’ll receive:

  • Gear checklist reminders

  • Exact directions

  • Course preparation details

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Full payment required to secure your spot

  • 60+ days prior: 50% refund

  • 30–59 days prior: 25% refund

  • Within 30 days: no refund

  • If the course is canceled by us, a full refund or alternative date will be offered

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DISCOVER YOUR PRIMAL PATH

Whether you seek to build practical skills, cross a personal threshold, strengthen a team, or experience life close to its roots, Primal Skills Academy can guide you on a range of paths.

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SURVIVAL
AND HUNTING

Hands-on training that builds self-reliance, sharpens instinct, and grounds confidence through real-world experience.

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TEAM BUILDING EXPERIENCES

Outdoor experiences that test communication,
build trust, and reveal leadership through shared challenge and real conditions.

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PRIMAL
GATHERINGS

Intentional gatherings in nature that build connection, clarity, and belonging through shared experience and reflection.

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AFRICAN SAFARI
AND CULTURAL IMMERSION

A rare opportunity to step into ancient landscapes and living traditions, gaining perspective through deep connection with land, people, and way of life.

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