Haywood Community College Essential Wilderness Skills Course

Clyde -- Haywood Community College" Join us for our Essential Wilderness Skills Course, a fun and friendly exploration

designed for everyone, whether you're a beginner or just looking to refresh your skills! 

Over the course of six weeks, we'll dive into the fascinating world of wilderness survival skills, learning valuable skills that will not only boost your knowledge but also your confidence in the wilderness.

Each week, we’ll tackle a new and engaging topic, from purifying water (yes, it’s easier than you think!) to mastering the art of building different fires for different situations. You’ll discover the secrets of navigating with the sun, moon, and stars, as well as how to use a map and compass. We’ll share tips on shelter building, knot tying, and even identify edible and medicinal plants along the way!

But that’s not all! We’ll also cover important safety skills like signaling for help, ensuring you’re equipped with everything you need for your next outdoor adventure. This course is all about hands-on learning, friendly camaraderie, and fostering a genuine love for the great outdoors.

Gather your friends, bring your curiosity, and let’s make some amazing memories together in nature! Join us, and let’s adventure confidently into the wild!

There will be a lot of walking around the school property so a moderate level of fitness will be required. During the fire skills day, students will be bending over and kneeling quite a bit. This course will be a level 1.5 out of 5 in intensity. Students will need to wear pants with a belt, as well as close toed shoes for this class. Please have any emergency medications on your person such as EpiPen, Benadryl, Sugary snacks if diabetic, etc.

Registration
9/26/24-10/31/24
Thursdays
2:00-4:30 p.m.
$125

Registration information  here
 
How to Register by Email:

1. Download Creative Arts Registration Form (Form must be fully completed to be accepted)
 

2. Email completed form to ajclark@haywood.edu
 

3. If you are registering through email please await a Successful Confirmation Registration Email.
This service is only available to those that register by email. 

How to Register in Person:
Please visit Student Services Department on the top floor of the Hemlock Building at
185 Freedlander Drive, Clyde, NC 28721.