Choose Your Schedule
Field Days: 5 total, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Camping Overnights: 4 total, Friday - Sunday
We offer make-up days for weather-related postponements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this program require prior experience?
No, it can be useful for students to be familiar with Trackers or bushcraft activities, but all skill levels are welcomed!
What are the sleeping accommodations?
Students bring their own 3-season sleeping bag, pad, and tent—we provide equipment recommendations if needed. Almost all activities take place outdoors. This is an authentic camping experience.
What kind of meals are served?
Trackers provides the Saturday community dinner. Breakfasts and lunches are the responsibility of the student—outdoor cooking facilities are provided. Depending on the season and program logistics, food may be cooked over an open fire or on propane camp stoves. Meals feature menus common to overland expedition kitchens, for example, hearty stews. Please note that if you have specific dietary restrictions, you may need to bring your own dinner due to the rugged nature of this program. We might eat food we have butchered, foraged, or processed from the wild.
What gear should we pack?
We provide recommendations for the ideal camping kit (Gear & Clothing) to outfit you to camp in all weather. The camping kit you assemble will include a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, outdoor clothing, and other personal gear. Before the program begins, we send you packing recommendations with links so you can stock your kit efficiently and cost-effectively.
What am I getting myself into?
Our foundation is built on deep outdoor skills, best learned through rigorous training comparable to, if not more comprehensive than, martial arts. Such training demands focus and diligence from the student. The practice of ecological thinking, particularly in animal tracking, cultivates an ability to understand complex systems and the workings of the world, fostering humility, patience, and strategic thinking.
What is the role of program mentors?
Our program mentors are among the best at Trackers, responsible for directing and developing the curriculum and logistics for our field days. They adapt their mentoring to each team, regularly checking in to gauge the well-being of students in the program. They are readily available for advice on skills, independent study locations, or updates on your progress.
Have Questions?
For any questions, please feel free to contact our Family Success team.