As the Basic Survival Course is a one day course, no special equipment is needed. However, please insure that you dress for the season. We train rain or shine and that includes snow. Check the weather and bring or wear the appropriate clothing and weather gear. Hiking boots or sturdy shoes are the prefered foot gear.
Also, for the one day course, we furnish a complimentary camp-style breakfast, so you only need to bring your lunch or snacks. Also bring two water bottles or canteens pre-filled. (Fresh water is available, however.) For your lunch, we suggest that you bring a dehydrated meal, and cooking utensils such as a pot to boil water in, a cup, and a spoon.
2 1/2 Day Course
* Ground pad or air mattress
* Tent, no larger than two man.
* Backpack
* Water Bottle or Canteen - 2 each
* Flashlight and batteries
* Matches and/or lighter
* Folding blade knife
* Hiking boots and 3 pair of socks.
(We highly suggest marino wool socks. Check your sporting goods or outdoor store.)
* Appropriate clothing and raingear (Military-style poncho is suggested.)
* Insect repellant if weather is to be warm.
* Eating utensils
* Cooking pot to boil water
* Cup
* Camp style breakfast is provided the first day. Bring dehydrated rations for the remainder of first day. Food is provided by SR for the second and third day.
* Personal hygiene items
* Cigarettes. No cigars or pipes.
* Drugs/Alcohol
* Musical Instruments/Walkmans
* Hatchets/Axes
* Knifes Without Folding Blades
* Stoves/Lanterns
* Suitcases
* Coolers
* Pets