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ENWS Camping 101 for Families

November 4

November 4, 2023 @ 9:00 am - November 5, 2023 @ 12:00 pm

9:00am - 12:00pm

Are you or your family interested in camping more but you feel you don’t have the skills? Earth Native will teach you everything you need to know to get the most out of your camping trips.

Topics covered will include:

  • How to set up a basic tent and tarp shelter
  • Starting and maintaining camp fires (and fire safety)
  • Basic knot tying
  • Basic camp knife safety
  • Awesome and effective campfire cooking methods, using both camping stoves and camp fires
  • Food management (keeping the critters away)
  • Basic outdoor navigation skills and map reading
  • Packing for success and taking care of your gear
  • Backpacking vs Car Camping
  • Great camping trip planning practices and gear recommendations
  • Getting the most out of your time under the stars

Tents and sleeping mats available to rent. Lists of needed supplies will be provided.

Details

Start:
November 4, 2023 @ 9:00 am
End:
November 5, 2023 @ 12:00 pm
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Website:
https://www.earthnativeschool.com/camping-101

Organizer

Earth Native Wilderness School
Phone
(512) 299-8870
Email
info@earthnativeschool.com
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Venue

Earth Native Wilderness School – Woodview Lane entrance
137 Woodview Lane
Bastrop, TX 78602 United States
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Phone
(512) 299-8870
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