Woodsrunner Bushcraft Skills Weekend

Woodsrunner Bushcraft Skills Weekend

A fantastic experience for both the complete novice and the well seasoned!

The interest in bushcraft and wilderness skills is growing every year. This event is designed to give a taste of some of the skills used, as well as spending time outdoors to gain a better understanding of the natural environment. Bushcraft not only increases one’s self-reliance but also builds confidence and helps one become more relaxed within the wilderness.

So join us to Learn Bushcraft Skills in a Weekend!

What to expect at the Event?

At the Woodsrunner School, LLC. we have an instructional method that works. Throughout the event, key skills will be introduced, explained, and demonstrated. Participants will then be allowed to practice the skills under the watchful eyes of our experienced instructors.

This event requires no previous experience and is suitable for adults and older youth who really want to up their skill levels as well as for those with more wilderness experience.

What is covered at the event?

• Bushcraft History
• Knife Safety & Carving Skills - toggles, tent stakes, pack hangers
• Loom & mats
• Choosing & using a tarp for sheltering
• Tarp Shelter Construction
• Essential knots
• Pack Frame Construction - Roycroft
• The Quick Stitch - Gear & clothing repair
• Gigs & trap triggers
• Making useful campsite cooking implements - pots Hangers, tripod, & platforms
• Bannock Bread Making
• And more...

What do I need to bring with me to the event?

• Drinking & cooking water for the duration of the event
• A hammock, tent, or tarp
• Weather appropriate sleeping gear
• Weather appropriate clothing & footwear
• Raincoat or umbrella
• Food, snacks, & drinks for the duration of the event
• Cooking gear & utensils (cookstoves, pans, pots, grills, etc.)
• Sunscreen & bug spray
• Personal hygiene items
• 100’ 550 ParaCord
• Large Roll of #36 Tarred BankLine
• Fixed Blade Knife - Mora Companion or equivalent

If you have it, bring your gear. There is nothing like working with & showing off your gear to a bunch of gear junkies.

Dinner is on us Saturday Night! Chili Beans over the fire with your fresh fire-baked bannock bread.

Participants can camp in their tent, hammock, or string a tarp for shelter. We encourage you to spend the Friday and Saturday night camping in the woods and getting to know your fellow bushcrafter’s around the campfire. Participants must be at least 12 years old. All participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Participants:

20 (Maximum)

Eligibility Requirements: 

This is a low-pressure event. There will be no stressed-induced training modifiers and will require very little physical or mental demand.

Cost:

$120.00

Duration:

7:00pm Friday to 5:00pm Sunday

Location:

358 Lockhorn Drive

Clinton, SC 29325

Event Instructors:

Joshua Barnes

Judson Zeigler, III

Darby Lindler

Madison Poole

Janna Barnes