The Basic Wilderness Survival Course (BWSC) class equips you with outdoor self-reliance skills that can be utilized in various environments, especially in the tropics. From simple fire building to in-depth training in wilderness survival. Enrolling to such courses is your source for outdoor self-sustainability. There is a cadre of women and men who are enthusiastic about wilderness survival. On the other hand, there are those who do not find it necessary to acquire survival skills. Such people live in a comfort zone and probably never think that these skills can come in handy specially in the outdoors.
Bushcraft is the art of using the resources provided by mother nature to survive and thrive in the great outdoors. It combines the knowledge of how to best use the plants and animals at your disposal with some basic bushcraft tools to make outdoor living easier and more efficient.
In learning bushcraft skills we benefit in many ways including:
1. Becoming more self reliant.
2. Increasing our confidence.
3. Nurturing our survival skills.
4. Becoming better prepared to face unforeseen problems.
Course duration: 3 Days 2 Nights
Prerequisite: NONE
Class location
The B.W.S.C. will be held in Sapangdaku / Babag Mountains Cebu which will require a 1-2hours of hiking with loaded backpacks. We will be camping for 3Days & 2Nights. Students/participants shall be required to bring their own camping gear, pack/prepare their own food, and hydration needs. A water-source will be available at camp (natural spring). Heads up, it will be a wild camping experience with less amenities since we want our students to experience a real-life tropical wilderness camp setting. At times you will be crossing streams and each participants are required to wear shoes/boots at all times when moving.
What Gear do I need to bring?
Clothing: We suggest that you come dressed to spend a day outdoors where weather can change. The weather in the country is quite unpredictable so even if it is sunny, include rain gears in your pack.
Shelter: Tents with good waterproofing, tarps, or hammocks w/tarps will be applicable at camp. However we highly recommend you bring tents so you can also secure all your gears inside while the training is on-going.
Food & Hydration: You will need to bring your own food good for seven (7) meals, 1st day meals must be ready-to-eat meals. You will also be required to bring at least 1-2Liters of drinking water and water filtration system if you are not comfortable drinking straight from a natural spring.
Cooking/mess kit: You must bring your own mess kit (for cooking & eating). Cooking set & camping stove with enough fuel. Campfires will be allowed at camp but we suggest you bring camping stoves for convenience
Illumination & power: Flashlights/headlamps with spare batteries. Powerbanks for your phones and other gadgets
Cutting/Survival tools: Fixed knife (must be placed in a sturdy sheath), folding pruning/camping saw
IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit)
Age Requirements?
This course is appropriate for ages 13+. Minors must be accompanied by a participating guardian or parent. Kids 13 years old below can join for Free.
Registration includes the following:
- Training venue fee
- Instructors fees
- Event T-shirt
- BWSC Certificate
- Giveaways
Lemuel Aliviado (verified owner) –
The courses here are highly recommended and is worth every penny and time that you will allocate for the courses. The best instructors that you can find in the Philippines. Very friendly, Reliable, Responsible and cool instructors. The BWS course covers a lot about survival, bushcrafting, outdoor cooking, hunting and many more. Never doubted it and never will. 11/10 👌
Tristan Ortiz (verified owner) –
I just finished this event today, my first time taking an outdoor course and will surely join more in the future. The instructors are experienced and well-informed with what they’re doing, and have a passion in teaching their craft. Topics like plant ID, wilderness safety, foraging, knife discipline and other survival skills were superb. Kudos to the staff for a successful event 👍🏼
Michael Pili (verified owner) –
I want to thank all the instructors for creating a truly high level course. I really appreciated the format, each instructor brings his experience to the field, enriching our knowledge. From identifying plants and its uses, such as building a camp kitchen, lighting a fire, building traps, and hunting and much more. I thank all my traveling companions who enriched me with their experiences. I recommend this course to all people who want to get out of their comfort zone and want to learn skills that will make you stronger and more confident. thank you all
Andrew Yu (verified owner) –
I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible experience during the three-day survival course trip. The instructors expertise, guidance, unwavering support and company throughout the journey made it truly unforgettable.
Moreover, the camaraderie fostered among the group created a sense of unity and resilience that I’ll carry with me forever. The lessons learned extend far beyond the wilderness; they are lessons of adaptability, resourcefulness, and strength in the face of adversity.
I am truly grateful for the impeccable wisdom and skillset enlightened to us by the instructors, and my colleagues. Thank you for igniting a passion for nature and survival within me and for instilling the confidence to tackle any obstacle that comes my way. I look forward to applying the skills and mindset I’ve gained in future adventures.
Even better, after dining from flambéed taklong, which we gruelingly foraged for, and quenching on natural spring water; I am happy to say I remained diarrhea-free 😀
My sincerest appreciation