Lifesong's Wilderness Adventures Adult Survival Training
What are the adult Circle Survival Camps?
“The adult Circle camp survival series is a wilderness skills methodology that guides you from a beginning level of knowledge, and transforms you into an experienced advanced outdoors adventurer in four weeks of training.” Mark Wienert Jr.
The Circle survival series, are four specific training camps. The successive Circle camps, First through Fourth, build on each other adding new and more advanced hands on experience in wilderness survival and nature awareness.
Why do you organize your training this way?
Nature teaches us that in order to survive; we must have a working knowledge of specific skills to meet our basic needs for survival. In developing this level of skill, we must first build a strong foundation using the fundamentals of wilderness survival in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. You start this process by building your foundation in First Circle Camp, and progressively adding more advanced concepts and skills in the Second, Third and Fourth Survival Camp series.
Can I attend more than one Circle Camp a year?
Yes, First and Second Circle and Third and Fourth Circle’s follow as back to back camps. You can also attend all four camps back to back in 2010.
Who is eligible to attend Circle Camps?
Any adult 18 and older, active, and can walk and hike in uneven to steep terrain. Our Circle camps are not a passive experience.
I have never camped before. Is this the right program for me?
Absolutely! This is a great course to start your training. You receive personalized attention in a relaxed, comfortable, non pressured atmosphere.
I have lots of experience in the outdoors, why should I consider your program?
With over 40 years of outdoor and professional experience in all aspects of the outdoors, including 15 years as a survival instructor, then, I believe the Circle Camps survival training is an excellent choice and a must for the experienced outdoors person. More on this question – HERE
Do I have to be in good pyhsical condition to attend?
The First circle camp is designed such that you do not have to be in great shape to attend. Being in good shape will make your overall experience more comfortable, but not necessary. If you are able to walk at least two miles on uneven ground without having to call an ambulance, you will be fine.
Health Concerns?
If you have special health needs, we do our best to accommodate you so you are able to attend training.
Where do we sleep?
Personal tent, sleeping pad, and sleeping bag are required gear to attend our Circle Camps. Don’t have a tent or pad, contact us about our tent and sleeping pad rentals.
Will we have to eat bugs at camp?
Our good friend Bear Grylls, took insect and dead animal cuisine to a new level in the Man Vs Wild show. The answer is yes and no. You will always have the opportunity to try wild edibles including insects and plants. We do not “make ” you eat things you do not want to. The idea is to pass on the knowledge just in case you may have to some day.
What will we eat at camp?
We take pride in the food we serve at camp and provide good, wholesome, organic and free range foods when possible. Most meals are vegetarian. (Due to the remoteness of camp, it is difficult storing easily perishable foods.)
Where are the Circle Camps held?
We operate out of two primary and seasonal primitive camp locations in northern California near the MT. Shasta area. Our rugged “High summer Camp” in the Klamath MT’s, at 6300′ feet, and low “Winter Camp” at an elevation just under 4000′ feet. Both locations are rich in wildlife, plant, and geologic diversity.
The Circle Camp Survival Series Overview
- 1. First Circle Survival Camp consists of the four basic tenets of survival; shelter, water, fire, and food. During this basic wilderness survival camp you will discover the how, why and where you can obtain your immediate needs without modern conveniences.
- 2. Second Circle Survival Camp focuses on nature awareness and animal tracking. In Second Circle, you increase your ability to read natures book while learning to blend into and flow with the rhythmus of the natural world. This is where you learn where to hunt and forage. In addition, you are continuing to develop the skills and knowledge from First Circle.
- 3. Third Circle Survival Camp furthers your survival skills by practicing hunting by using primitive weapons, traps, and gathering techniques. (We do not actually take animals in this course.) The valuable awareness cultivated during Second Circle will help you understand these techniques and skill needed to obtain everything you need.
- 4. Fourth Circle Survival Camp is where you weave all the combined survival skills learned in First, Second and Third Circle, and join Mark in a wilderness adventure walk-about for four days and four nights.
