All Ages Classes
Walking Stick: Forgotten Tool of the Woods – with Paul Christopher
Discover the versatility of the walking stick, an often-overlooked but invaluable tool for stability, defense, and survival in the wilderness.
AR Survival (Always Ready) – with Paul Christopher
A practical, hands-on course designed to equip you with essential survival skills, mindset, and preparedness strategies for any situation.
Wilderness First Aid – with Becky Christopher
Have you ever wondered what to do if you face an emergency or injury while in the outdoors? Come learn basic first aid skills and how to care for yourself as well as others. Becky has 23 years experience in Emergency Medicine as well as being Certified in Wilderness First Aid. She will teach you about Burns, how to stop the bleeding, hypothermia, hyperthermia, as well as other injuries you might face in the wilderness and how to handle them.
Trail Cooking: Food, Gear, Tips & Tricks – with Wendall Adams
Join Wendell Adams, the Prepared Wanderer, for an immersive class on Trail Cooking: Food, Gear, Tips & Tricks. Learn how to plan and prepare delicious meals in the great outdoors using efficient gear and simple techniques. Whether you’re a seasoned backpacker or new to bushcraft, Wendell will share practical insights on meal planning, cooking methods, and essential tools to elevate your trail-side dining experience. Get ready to fuel your adventures with confidence and creativity!
Spring Snare & Squirrel Pole Snare – with Wanda Priday
In this hands-on class, students will learn how to set both the spring snare and the squirrel pole snare. These simple yet effective trapping methods are essential for catching small game in a survival situation. Knife usage and carving are required to build the spring snare, so participants should come prepared with a knife and be ready to practice carving. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of small game trapping and the skills to create these snares in a wilderness setting.
Blacksmithing Demonstration – with Gene of No 8 Forge
Experience the art of traditional blacksmithing in this live demonstration, where you’ll witness metal being forged, shaped, and crafted using age-old techniques.
Burn Bowls – with Jim Morgandale & John Gehris
Learn the traditional art of creating a burn bowl using hot coals and simple hand tools. In this hands-on class, you’ll shape a functional wooden bowl through controlled burning and carving—an ancient technique used by cultures around the world. Perfect for beginners and bushcraft enthusiasts alike, this class teaches patience, skill, and respect for primitive craft. All materials provided.
Fire Starting Round Table – with The Pathfinder School
Several of The Pathfinder instructors will be teaching a variety of fire starting techniques in a round table fashion.
Class – with John Galloway
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Class – with Jess Shankle
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Pole lathe set up and use – with Nathan Jenkins
Come join the bodging bigfoot, the multi talented, entertaining creator and owner of the bodging bigfoot youtube channel as he sets up his pole lathe. Nathan will explain the parts, how they go together, and allow folks a chance to use one.
Youth Classes
Kid’s Bug Hunt – with Joe Flowers
A hands-on adventure for curious minds! Join us as we explore the outdoors in search of fascinating insects, learning about their habitats, behaviors, and roles in the ecosystem. Fun, educational, and perfect for all ages!
Kid’s Outdoor Readiness – with Rick Dunlap
A fun and engaging class designed to teach youth the basic principles of survival and how to be prepared for outdoor adventures. From understanding the importance of shelter, water, fire, and signaling to learning how to pack smart and stay safe, this class builds confidence and essential skills for any young explorer.
Kid’s Fire Readiness – with Rick Dunlap
A fun and educational class designed to introduce young adventurers to the basics of fire making. Through hands-on activities, kids will learn essential safety, how to identify good tinder and kindling, and simple fire-starting techniques—building a strong foundation for future outdoor skills.
Workshops (Multi-hour, may require a small fee paid on site)
Custom Leather Axe & Hatchet Sheath Workshop
Join Just a Nazarene Leather Co. for a hands-on leather crafting experience where you’ll create a custom leather sheath for your own axe or hatchet! This “make and take” workshop is perfect for all outdoor enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning leather working skills. Simply bring your axe and/or hatchet – we provide all premium materials and professional tools needed. Under expert guidance, you’ll master essential techniques while crafting a durable, heirloom-quality sheath that will protect your tool for years. Leave with your finished custom sheath and newfound leather working confidence! Pricing: $25 per axe sheath, $20 per hatchet sheath – materials and instruction included. Cash only.
Events
Trade Blanket
For 2025 we will be holding a “swap meet” style trade blanket on Saturday evening. All are welcome to meet in the pavilion with their gear to offer up for trade and barter. All relevant wares are welcome from store bought to hand crafts, vintage to brand new.
Survival Challenges (Youth & Adult)
Join in our daily survival challenges for a chance to win big!
Friday and Saturday Evening we’ll hold a youth & adult survival challenge.
Camp Coffee Challenge
Brew your best camp coffee for a chance to win a prize pack for the best camp brew. This challenge will take place Saturday during our lunch break.
To participate:
Brew up your best camp coffee in the time allotted.
Must be brought to the judging stationin a pourable vessel, enough for 3 small cups.
