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Back to Basics: Survival Skills —Water (Austin)

January 12, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
$20

Join our Back to Basics: Survival Skills series and practice the basics of outdoor survival in four beginner-friendly workshops! From fire-starting techniques to capturing and purifying water, building sturdy shelters, and identifying wild edibles, you’ll gain practical skills to confidently navigate the great outdoors. Each workshop will be hosted at a different park in the Austin area. The Sunday Survival Skills series will culminate in an exciting camping trip where you’ll put your new knowledge to the test! Register for the whole series for a discount. Sign up today and rediscover your wildness with FIN!

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Join us for a Water Collecting and Purifying Workshop on Sunday, January 12th, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at Onion Creek Metropolitan Park. This hands-on session is part of our Survival Skills Series and is perfect for all ages.

Learn important techniques for sourcing water in the wild, from identifying natural collection points to creating DIY water traps. Discover safe and effective ways to purify water using methods like boiling, filtration, and other treatments.

Location: Onion Creek Metropolitan Park
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Date: Sunday, January 12th

Bring your curiosity, and we’ll supply the materials and expertise. Start your year by practicing one of the most critical survival skills!

 

Full and Partial Scholarships Available.

For more information email Jo@FamiliesinNature.org

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