Nature Reliance School

Nature Reliance School is dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the great outdoors. Founded by seasoned survival expert Craig Caudill, the school offers a wide range of courses designed to cater to both beginners and advanced outdoor enthusiasts. From basic wilderness survival and bushcraft to advanced land navigation and tracking, Nature Reliance School provides hands-on training that equips students with practical skills and confidence.

Details

• Website: NatureReliance.org
• Instagram: @NatureReliance
• Facebook: @NatureRelianceSchool

About Nature Reliance School

Founded by Craig Caudill, a Certified Master Naturalist and experienced tracker, Nature Reliance School offers a range of courses designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in outdoor environments. The school’s curriculum emphasizes the importance of self-reliance, environmental stewardship, and ethical outdoor practices. Each course is crafted to ensure participants gain a deep understanding of nature, learn to read the landscape, and develop the ability to handle unforeseen challenges in the wild. With a blend of classroom instruction and immersive field exercises, Nature Reliance School stands out as a premier institution for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor capabilities and connect more profoundly with nature. Some services include:

• General Survival: A one-day course focused on essential survival skills.
• Bushcraft (Levels 1 & 2): Multi-day courses that delve into advanced wilderness skills.
• Outdoor Cooking: A one-day class emphasizing practical campfire cooking techniques.
• SERE (Civilian Survive, Evade, Resist, and Escape): A comprehensive course on survival strategies without the intense physical challenges.
• Online Membership: Access to a wide range of online classes and resources, enabling continuous learning and skill enhancement.
• Gear Store: Nature Reliance School curates a selection of survival gear, outdoor apparel, and instructional books authored by Craig Caudill.

Key Highlights

• General Survival – 1 Day
  This introductory course covers the fundamental aspects of survival, including shelter building, fire starting, water purification, and basic navigation. It is ideal for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills.
• Wild Woodcraft, Bushcraft – Levels 1 & 2
  These intensive courses offer hands-on training in traditional bushcraft skills. Nature Reliance School participants learn to use tools like knives, saws, and axes, and engage in projects such as crafting shelters, traps, and cooking implements.
• Outdoor Cooking – One Day
  A practical course that teaches the art of campfire cooking, focusing on techniques to prepare delicious and nutritious meals in the wilderness. The course covers food safety, fire management, and creative cooking methods.
• SERE, Civilian Survive, Evade, Resist, and Escape – One Day
  This course provides an in-depth look at survival strategies used by military personnel, adapted for civilian use. Topics include evasion techniques, resistance to interrogation, and strategies for escaping captivity.

Learn Before You Go!

Enhance your survival and self-reliance skills before attending an in-person course:

• Online Survival Courses: Dive into a range of topics with our comprehensive online courses.
• Informative Articles: Explore survival stories, expert insights, and gear reviews.
• Gear Store: Gear up with the latest equipment from our ever-growing selection.