Winter Survival Course - Gray Bearded Green Beret Survival School
Winter Survival Course - Gray Bearded Green Beret Survival School
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Course Topics
Course Topics
• Winter Gear Recommendation
• Cold Weather Clothing Choices
• Winter Tinder Resources
• Fire Lays to Maximize Efficiency
• Fire Craft
• Building Effective Winter Shelters
• Procuring and Disinfecting Water in the Cold
• Food Processing and the Importance of Fat in Winter
• Cold Weather Environmental Risks of Exposure
• Regaining Mobility in Deep Snow
• Navigating Across Ice and Snow-Covered Terrain
• Emergency Signaling
• Axe Selection, Safety, and Use
• Saw Selection, Safety, and Use
Winter Survival Course: Master Cold-Weather Survival Skills
Prepare for the challenges of winter wilderness with the Winter Survival Course, a 4-day/3-night immersive experience designed to teach essential skills for thriving in cold-weather environments. Learn to stay warm, hydrated, and safe while building confidence and competence to navigate extreme conditions. Whether in the Northeast or other cold-weather locations, these skills are adaptable and transferrable to a variety of climates, including fair-weather outings.
Why Choose the Winter Survival Course?
The Winter Survival Course equips you with critical skills to meet the unique challenges of cold-weather survival. Led by professional instructors, this hands-on training ensures safety and real-world application, making it ideal for anyone seeking to master cold-weather wilderness skills.
Key Features of the Winter Survival Course
Comprehensive Cold-Weather Survival Training
- Learn to maintain core temperature, stay hydrated, and consume enough calories to sustain energy.
- Develop first-aid techniques for cold weather and understand environmental risks such as frostbite and hypothermia.
- Master navigation, emergency signaling, and the use of essential tools in snow and icy terrain.
Tailored for All Experience Levels
- Suitable for all skill levels, with recommended prerequisites such as the Wilderness Survival Course or Master Navigator Course for the best experience.
- Designed to help participants confidently navigate winter conditions, even without prior experience.
Hands-On, Progressive Instruction
- Step-by-Step Learning: Start with guided lessons, practice skills under supervision, and progress to independent application.
- Real-World Scenarios: Test your abilities in authentic winter conditions to build resilience and practical expertise.
Professional Instruction and Safety
- Fully insured training environment.
- Medic station and appropriate medical equipment on-site.
- Dedicated medic and Search and Rescue (SAR) staff available.
- All instructors are CPR/AED and Wilderness First Responder Certified (minimum).
- Course developed and supervised by Joshua Enyart, a former Army Ranger and Green Beret with decades of training experience.
What You’ll Learn
During the Winter Survival Course, you’ll begin to develop mastery in:
- Cold-Weather Clothing Systems: Learn to layer effectively to prevent exposure risks.
- Fire Craft and Efficient Fire Lays: Build and maintain fires for warmth and cooking in extreme cold.
- Winter Shelter Construction: Construct insulated shelters like snow caves and natural windbreaks.
- Procuring and Disinfecting Water: Find and purify water in frozen environments.
- Tinder Resources: Identify and use natural materials for fire-starting in snow-covered landscapes.
- Food Processing and Winter Nutrition: Understand the importance of fat in maintaining energy during cold conditions.
- Navigating Across Snow and Ice: Safely traverse snow-covered terrain and frozen water.
- Axe and Saw Safety and Use: Select, maintain, and safely use essential tools for winter environments.
- Emergency Signaling: Signal for help effectively in low-visibility or extreme conditions.
Course Details
- Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
- Difficulty Level: Intermediate (recommended prerequisites: Wilderness Survival Course or Master Navigator Course)
- Location: Various dates and locations available
- Packing List: Access the full packing list for required and recommended gear
Why Our Winter Survival Training Stands Out
The Winter Survival Course was developed by Joshua Enyart, a former Army Ranger and Green Beret, known for his extensive expertise in cold-weather survival. This course emphasizes hands-on training, professional instruction, and real-world application, ensuring students leave fully equipped to handle winter wilderness challenges.
With a focus on safety and practical skills, this course is ideal for individuals looking to enhance their self-reliance and confidence in cold-weather conditions.
Take the First Step Toward Winter Survival Mastery
Don’t let winter weather hold you back. Enroll in the Winter Survival Course today to learn the skills that could save your life. From fire craft to snow shelter construction, this course provides the knowledge and confidence to thrive in even the harshest environments.
Register now and prepare to conquer the winter wilderness!
Course Highlights
- Cold-weather clothing, gear recommendations, and efficient fire craft.
- Shelter construction, water procurement, and winter nutrition essentials.
- Axe and saw safety, emergency signaling, and traversing icy terrain.
- Comprehensive hands-on training for all skill levels.
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Important Notes
This course is a field course that requires students to fully immerse themselves in a remote and primitive setting. There will be no access to electricity or running water, and restrooms will likely be limited to portable toilets on-site. Additionally, students will be responsible for constructing their own shelters and will not have access to their vehicles during the course. It is important to be prepared for harsh weather conditions and embrace the challenging field conditions, including cold, rain, wind, and snow. Safety will be a top priority maintained by the course cadre and staff.
It is essential for students to remain dedicated and engaged throughout the course. We will not give up on you if you do not give up on yourself. However, if a student decides not to continue training or does not participate, they will be immediately escorted back to their vehicles and must leave the training venue. Please note that there will be no refunds or credits for the course, and students may not leave and come back at a later time (with some exceptions determined by the cadre).
Upon arrival, ensure that you are physically prepared for the course and have all the required equipment. If you have a preexisting medical condition, please provide a physical from your doctor to GB2 staff for approval to attend the course. If you have any concerns, please contact info@graybeardedgreenberet.com for assistance. Additionally, please disclose any previous hot or cold weather-related injuries (such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, hypothermia, frostbite, etc.) as they may increase your risk of re-injury.
It is essential that you are eating a high-calorie diet during this course. Cadre will store and provide the food that students will then prepare. This is a high-calorie, whole-food diet consisting of meat, fat, and vegetables. No other food and snacks are allowed with the exception of snacks needed to regulate blood sugar or other medical needs.
However, if you have any dietary restrictions, you must bring your own food and snacks. Cadre will not be responsible for meeting any sort of restrictions including medical, allergies, or religious restrictions. Please inform us at least 30 days out that you will be bringing your own food.
Due to time constraints, there will not be a lunch break. Participants are advised to eat breakfast before the start of training, as it will be a long day before time to prepare dinner is provided.
