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Outdoor Skills Weekend
February 26, 2021 - February 28, 2021
Outdoor Skills Weekend
Eat Well, Stay Warm, Have Fun
Friday, February 26 - Sunday, February 28
Camping can often be an intimidating adventure for people—especially in winter—but with a little planning, practice, and guidance, you can make the most out of this time of year!
Join us for a weekend focused on learning and advancing your winter outdoor skills. Our education staff will lead you through the basics of winter camping, outdoor cooking, fire building, staying warm, and having fun! Through hands-on learning, you’ll leave feeling confident in winter camping and ready to plan your next adventure!
Camping can often be an intimidating adventure for people—especially in winter—but with a little planning, practice, and guidance, you can make the most out of this time of year!
Join us for a weekend focused on learning and advancing your winter outdoor skills. Our education staff will lead you through the basics of winter camping, outdoor cooking, fire building, staying warm, and having fun! Through hands-on learning, you’ll leave feeling confident in winter camping and ready to plan your next adventure!
Whether you’re entirely new to camping or you’re a pro, this weekend will have something for all skill levels to enjoy.
Become confident in winter camping and outdoor cooking. Learn about sustainable outdoor practices and become confident in your ability to not only survive but thrive in the season.
It wouldn’t be camping without a fire. Learn how to build a fire in the winter and cook delicious, simple meals.
Try something new! You’ll have the chance to snowshoe, cross-country ski, and traverse our high ropes course.
Basic Itinerary
A full schedule, packing list, and warm-clothing guidelines will be sent to all participants after registering.
Friday, February 26 – Sleeping Indoors
Arrival 5-8 PM | Meeting and Greet | S’mores + Movie
Saturday, February 27 – Sleeping Outdoors
Breakfast | Camping Basics | Snowshoeing & Skiing
Lunch | High Ropes | Packing & Camp Setup
Fire Building | Dinner | Outside Programming
Sunday, February 28
Breakfast | Camp Pack Up | Outside tour of Wildlife Barn | Bag Lunch | Optional Hike at Banning State Park
Friday, February 26 – Sleeping Indoors
Arrival 5-8 PM | Meet and Greet | Smore’s + Movie
Saturday, February 27 – Sleeping Outdoors
Breakfast | Camping Basics | Snowshoeing & Skiing
Lunch | High Ropes | Packing & Camp Setup
Fire Building | Dinner | Outside Programming
Sunday, February 28
Breakfast | Camp Pack Up | Wildlife Barn Tour | Bag Lunch | Optional Hike at Banning State Park
Participants must be at least 18 years old. Prices include meals (s’mores on Friday night, three meals on Saturday, breakfast and a bag lunch on Sunday), and lodging (indoor and tent/outdoor). Tents will also be provided. Participants can bring and use their own tent if they prefer.
Participants must be at least 18 years old. Prices include meals (s’mores on Friday night, three meals on Saturday, breakfast and a bag lunch on Sunday), and lodging (indoor and tent/outdoor). Tents will also be provided. Participants can bring and use their own tent if they prefer.
Prices
Group size: 1 – $ 225.00
Group size: 2 – $ 425.00
Group size: 3 – $ 600.00
Group size: 4 – $ 760.00
Group size: 5 – $ 900.00
Group size: 6 – $ 1,020.00
Group size: 7 – $ 1,120.00
Group size: 8 – $ 1,200.00