Master Your Survival Skills
~ Confidence to Survive ~
Survival Skills matter for anyone who:
travels
hikes or forages
explores
lives in a climate with winter or summer storms
wants to improve self-development
At Hoagy’s Outdoor Survival Skills, we teach practical, real-world techniques that help you stay safe, make sound decisions, and handle unexpected situations in the outdoors. Whether you’re facing a short-term emergency or navigating a longer challenge, our training gives you the knowledge and confidence to protect yourself, assist others, and increase your chances of a successful outcome.
Through Hoagy’s courses, you’ll develop essential skills – including firecraft, shelter building, navigation, and maintaining a positive mental attitude under pressure. Our full-day, hands-on training ensures you have the time to learn, practice, and truly prepare.
These courses will challenge you, strengthen your abilities, and empower you to explore with confidence, knowing you’re ready for whatever the wilderness brings.
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Training Plan for Basic Survival Skills
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Hands-On Practice in Real Outdoor Settings
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Community Support and Lasting Friendships
Training Options
Survival Training
Join our survival training to learn essential skills in fire craft, shelter, and navigation. Gain trust in outdoor situations with small group learning and hands-on fun!
Confident Kids
Kids thrive outside. This one day workshop gives them ability to explore and play while developing awareness of their environment.
Private Lessons
Get tailored instruction with private individual or group lessons designed to fit your unique needs and goals!
Our Core Values
At Hoagy’s Outdoor Survival Skills, we believe in empowering individuals through knowledge and experience. Our core values are safety, respect for nature, and building confidence. We foster a supportive community where everyone can learn, grow, and connect. Together, we explore the great outdoors and embrace the adventure that lies ahead!
Testimonials
I first met Hoagy over 10 years ago when I was a new Search and Rescue recruit in a class he was teaching which included survival skills. I thought I knew a lot already but Hoagy raised my knowledge of practical field proven skills to a much higher level.
Daryll S. (Asquith)
Whether you are looking to expand your bushcraft skills or you are starting out with the basics, Hoagy will meet you where you are at. As a beginner to fire-craft and shelter building, Hoagy provided me with the right mix of instruction and, importantly, the space to make my own mistakes! I believe you will find he has a breadth of knowledge and a teaching style that fosters self-discovery and confidence. I highly recommend his classes!
Andrea H. (Saskatoon)
I was fortunate to have Hoagy for my trainer for Search and Rescue. His skill level with survival and outdoor training was top notch. It didn’t matter what skill was being taught Hoagy had the knowledge and stories to make all his team rise to success.
Janalee R. (Battleford)
My dad was an outdoorsman, teaching survival skills to young boys for a number of years. Like him, Hoagy loves the outdoors and not only can teach these skills, but also has a special way that eases the student into a learning and receptive state.
Elwood G. (Warman)
Get your
“Pack to Survive”
Checklist
Our quick and easy checklist of necessary medical and survival supplies. This kit needs to be light, convenient, and inexpensive.
Pack well and find confidence to survive.