Do I need to have completed Essential Basic Survival Course 1 before joining?

Yes, this course builds on the basics covered in the first course and requires participants to have that foundation.

What should I bring to the course?

Wear layered, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy boots. Bring a personal water bottle, lunch, and a notebook for notes.

Is the course suitable for beginners?

This is an intermediate-level course recommended for those with some prior survival or bushcraft experience.

Will safety equipment be provided?

Instructors provide necessary safety gear during the course, including emergency signaling devices and first aid materials.

Are there any physical fitness requirements?

Participants should be in moderate to good physical condition, able to hike and perform hands-on shelter building over several hours.

Can I keep any gear used during the course?

Yes, each participant receives a signal mirror to keep, a valuable tool for emergency signaling.

Survival Skills with Survival Courses Tasmania in Evandale

Located in the heart of Tasmania’s temperate wilderness, Survival Courses Tasmania offers an unvarnished immersion into bushcraft and survival techniques designed for adventurers ready to push beyond the basics. Just outside Evandale, a quiet town known for its historic charm and access to diverse forest landscapes, the Essential Basic Survival Course 2 delivers an intensive 8-hour training day that sharpens existing skills while introducing complex, real-world survival tactics.

This course builds on foundational knowledge from its predecessor, expanding into advanced navigation using map, compass, and celestial cues—an indispensable skill set for anyone venturing off the beaten path in Tasmania’s often unpredictable bush. Participants gain hands-on experience in sourcing, filtering, and purifying water from local natural resources, a critical competence in remote environments. Shelter construction forms a major component, with lessons on crafting natural group shelters and thermal-efficient teepee designs that integrate indoor fire techniques, crucial for the chilly Tasmanian hinterland.

Survival Courses Tasmania instructors are internationally qualified, blending contemporary survival science with traditional bushcraft methods rooted in local ecosystems. Their expertise shines particularly in improvising tools, such as fish hooks from found materials, and wilderness first aid, including field immobilization methods like crafting a moon boot. These skills elevate confidence and readiness for unexpected scenarios.

Tasmania’s rugged environment—and its distinct vegetation, like endemic eucalyptus and ferns—acts as a living classroom, while the coastal and inland debris offer unique resources for survival improvisations taught during the course. This program is not just training; it’s an authentic step into the rawness of the Tasmanian wild, perfect for outdoors enthusiasts, hikers, and anyone serious about self-reliance in nature.

About Survival Courses Tasmania

Survival Courses Tasmania is a Kings Meadows-based provider of practical bushcraft and survival training in Tasmania. The organisation offers a range of short courses focused on essential outdoor skills and fieldcraft. Courses listed include Essential Basic Survival Course 1, Essential Basic Survival Course 2, Intermediate Survival Course 1, and Survival Course Sunday. Each course is presented as a distinct experience with specified durations where available: the Intermediate Survival Course 1 is a 1-day course; Essential Basic Survival Course 2 is an eight-hour bushcraft survival course; Survival Course Sunday is a full-day bushcraft survival course. Course descriptions indicate instruction in navigation, water procurement and purification, fire lighting, and shelter construction. Expert instructors guide participants through practical, hands-on training in natural settings. The business is featured on The Adventure Collective, providing an accredited listing and a public reference for bookings and participant information. Survival Courses Tasmania operates from Kings Meadows, Tasmania, and runs activities in nearby natural areas appropriate for bushcraft training. Booking details, exact meeting points, prerequisites and availability are provided through the official listing and booking channels. Safety briefings, equipment guidance and risk management are part of standard course delivery as described in course summaries. Survival Courses Tasmania focuses on skill development for people seeking practical wilderness survival skills and bushcraft experience in Tasmania. Contact and booking information is available on the Adventure Collective listing and through authorised booking platforms. The business presents factual course options and durations where provided and relies on experienced instructors to deliver hands-on outdoor education.

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