A wilderness survival training course will be offered on Guemes Island at 10 am. on May 30. The class is held outdoors and anyone under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. Come prepared as if you were going on a daylong hike.
Classes are $35 per person, $20 for those under 18, children under 12 are free. Family rate reductions available. Register at least three days before the class. People must be registered by three days before each class date. Classes are designed for all ages, but are physically challenging.
Class subjects include fire building, edible plants, shelters, navigation, how to find water and make it safe to drink, dangerous animals, children in the wilderness, trip planning and more.
An overnight class is planned for June 6 to 7 for women only for $70.
For more information go to wildernessurvivalskills.wordpress.com or call 360-659-0222.
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