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Bushcraft Basics

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Detweiler Park                                              $30.00 per person

This adventurous wellness program is geared for those interested in hiking, camping, backpacking, or survival. Learn the connection between you, your equipment, and the resources nature has to offer. Connecting with nature, learning skills, engaging in the community, and having fun is what Bushcraft Basics is all about—gaining the knowledge to identify, craft, and apply primitive wilderness techniques. This adventure exposes participants to the basic skills of shelter building, navigation, water, fire crafting, and more. Guides will provide safety and skill instruction before and during the trip. If you need special assistance with this, please contact us directly so we can discuss any accommodations needed for this program. Participants must be at least 10 years of age to participate. No one under the age of 18 can participate without a parent, adult family member, or guardian. Program services for this program are provided by Adventure Explorations. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. A Park Rx wellness program sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. A portion of the program fees are covered by this sponsorship.

 

 


Contact Name: Detweiler Park Contact Phone: 717-599-5188, ext. 2113 Contact Email: nlgates@dauphincounty.gov Registration Link: https://detweiler-park.ticketleap.com/bushcraft-basics-2024/