Description
Spark a love for the outdoors and build lifelong skills in this exciting two-day family adventure. The Coalcracker Kid Bushcraft Course is designed to help children gain confidence, learn essential survival techniques, and enjoy hands-on outdoor fun — all while creating unforgettable memories alongside a parent or guardian.
Whether your child is brand new to wilderness exploration or already loves venturing outside, this experience provides a supportive and engaging introduction to bushcraft.
Why Choose the Kid Bushcraft Course?
Confidence-Building Experience: Kids learn to navigate the outdoors safely and manage challenges with resilience.
Skill-Focused Learning: From fire skills to shelter building, skills are taught through fun, hands-on activities.
Take-Home Gear: Youth participants will make their own survival bracelet and take home a customizable knife.
Special Gift: Every child receives a signed copy of Dan Wowak’s new book, Bushcraft Kid!
What You’ll Learn
A mix of classroom and field instruction introduces foundational bushcraft skills including:
• Outdoor safety and basic trip planning
• What to do if you become lost
• Knife safety and fire making
• Tarp shelter construction and overnight setup
• Campfire cooking and survival-style fishing
• Knots, rope skills, and bushcraft essentials
Who Should Attend?
This course is perfect for:
• Kids ages 6–12 ready to explore the outdoors
• Families looking to bond through shared adventure
• Beginners eager to build outdoor confidence and skills
All youth must attend with a parent or guardian.
Course Highlights
Location: Ringtown, Pennsylvania
Duration: Two days with an overnight in the woods
Course Focus: Bushcraft foundations, outdoor confidence, and family engagement
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Field and Classwork
Outdoor Safety & Navigation Basics
Fire Making
Knife Safety & Tool Use
Tarp Shelter Techniques
Sleeping in the Wilderness
Campfire Cooking & Wilderness Food Prep
Basic Fishing Techniques
Knots & Cordage Skills
Required Kit
Participants must bring the following items to the course.
Per Team (Youth + Adult):
• 100’ Paracord
• Fixed Blade Knife
• 1 × 100% Cotton Terry Cloth Washcloth
• Tin Container for Char (Altoids tin recommended)
• UCO Stormproof Matches
• Notepad and Pencil/Pen
Per Person:
• Sleeping Bag or Wool Blankets
• 8×10 Poly Tarp (This is the MAXIMUM size permitted, no larger than 8×10)
• Cup & Spoon
• Headlamp with Spare Batteries
• Backpack for personal gear
• Appropriate clothing and hygiene essentials
• Plastic Tent Pegs (Quantity 4)
Additional Information
PortaJohn facilities available
Vehicle access permitted
Freshwater available on-site (recommend bringing 1–2 gallons extra)
Bring nonperishable food and snacks for convenience
Course runs 9:00 AM–4:00 PM Day 1 and 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Day 2
Join Us Outdoors!
The Coalcracker Kid Bushcraft Course gives children and parents the chance to connect, learn, and explore together while building a foundation of outdoor confidence. Kids will leave with new skills, newfound independence — and a growing love for the wilderness.
Reserve Your Spot!
Give your child the gift of adventure. Sign up today and start your family’s bushcraft journey in the beautiful Pennsylvania woods!
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