{"product_id":"pioneer-scout-intermediate-survival-class","title":"Intermediate Survival Class - OHIO","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Pathfinder Classes are not eligible for discounts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntermediate Survival Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e4 Day, 3 Night Course, 3.5 CEU's\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Intermediate course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced class. We will be focusing on relying less on modern conveniences by implementing primitive survival techniques and practices that will better prepare them for longer term wilderness living. Students in this class will experience sleep, food and water deprivation and will be expected to Trek distances up to 10K and make fire by friction off the landscape to pass this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/self-reliance-outfitters.myshopify.com\/pages\/intermediate-class-items-needed\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e for Required Equipment List\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eClass Outline\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinciple of Shelter Craft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoving Camps vs Base Camp mentality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriction and Percussion Fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Collection and Disinfection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigation by Terrain and Celestial Bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMap Reading and Self Mapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResource Management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafting usable objects for a Camp Setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimitive Hunting Implements and Trapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForaging and Medicinal Trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreserving Meat sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHikes of 5+ miles (with your gear) at a time to collect sticks and other materials off the landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigation over uneven and potentially very muddy terrain while carrying your gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs part of the final exercise (night 3) you will be required to sleep in a bush camp shelter that you will construct. You will have limited gear for comfort- no exceptions are made, if you cannot make fire, you simply will not have it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eRegardless of your experience or skill level in the woods, the Pioneer class is an intense class and is definitely a few steps above the Basic class.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*It is strongly recommended that you take the Basic class before Intermediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFacilities - Port-a-Pots are located approximately 400 yards from base camp near the parking area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater will be available from jugs located in Base Camp. We continually check the water supply to make sure it is readily available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe do not allow anyone to remain at camp without an instructor present\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003e \u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing for the Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you suffer from a medical condition that requires medication, please bring your prescribed medicines with you. If you undergo surgery or a hospital stay within 30 days of the class, DO NOT attempt this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighly recommend\u003c\/strong\u003e - physically prepare yourself at least 1-3 months in advance of this class. Based on your “starting point” physical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHiking:\u003c\/strong\u003e uneven terrain will provide the most benefit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalking:\u003c\/strong\u003e (at least 3-4 times weekly) for 5K-10K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWork your way up to a pack weight of 50lb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the premier school for self-reliance, our training exceeds that of any other school in the nation; so please take it seriously and take the time to physically prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Patch Qualification Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen a student enrolls it is fully expected that they intend to certify in Intermediate Survival (by going for the patch).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you fall behind but are doing your best, we will support your effort 100%! We will encourage you to keep it up and complete the course to the best of your ability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Should you be unable to keep up with the group due to physical injury or other health problem(s), we will go above and beyond to assist you by aiding in your mobility, administering hydration and personal motivation! Should those efforts fail, leaving you unable to complete the course, we will need to ask you to leave the school grounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you (tap out) quit at any point, a helper will be assigned to aid you in packing up your gear and you will need to exit the school grounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgain, it is PERFECTLY ACCEPTABLE, to complete the course without qualifying for the patch, just let your instructor know that this is your desire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQualifications Issued\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo those graduating from the course, a Intermediate Class Patch and Certificate of Completion, signed by the Instructional staff will be issued to you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo those remaining throughout the course but did not meet the requirements of Patch Qualification, a Certificate of Training shall be issued to you, signed by the Instructional staff.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth documents note Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) awarded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students must be at least 16 years of age to attend this course. 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