Survive to Sustain

Are you prepared for the worst? With natural disasters, civil unrest, inflation, and worldwide conflicts becoming more common, preparedness is more important than ever. Survival often hinges on preparedness, resources, and the abilities of those affected.  

This course is not designed to instill fear, nor do we promote doom and gloom at the Woodsrunner School. Instead, it aims to equip you with practical skills and knowledge to handle various life-changing scenarios. We recognize that not all survival situations occur in the wilderness, but we know that the wilderness can provide essential resources and a safe haven during tough times. This course integrates our extensive training and experiences in wilderness survival, bushcraft, primitive skills, and woodsman skills to help you navigate and overcome natural or man-made disasters, as well as economic challenges. 

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​Course Overview: In this course, you will learn essential skills and techniques that can save your life or help you overcome the struggles of today's world. You never know when you might find yourself in an unexpected situation with no immediate help available. Some things cannot be learned from books or videos; they must be experienced firsthand.

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We will cover preparations, procedures, and equipment usage, teaching you how to use skills, knowledge, and determination to overcome adversity. This course prepares individuals and families to not only survive but also recover from disasters, whether you decide to stay at home or evacuate.

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Prerequisites: No prior experience is required. This course welcomes individuals eager to embark on a journey toward preparedness and self-reliance.

Wilderness Skills & Topics Covered:

• Managing Your Top Survival Priorities
• Situational Awareness
• Critical Thinking Under Stress
• Firecraft
• Navigation Using Terrain and Woodsman Skills
• Shooting Fundamentals (Firearms & Slingshots)
• Principles of Protein Sourcing (Scouting, Fishing & Trapping)
• Cooking With Fire
• Knife/Tool Usage & Maintenance
• Plant & Tree Identification
• Foraging & Folk Medicine Making
• Water Procurement & Purification
• Sheltercraft (Stealth)
• Self-Care (Improvised First Aid and Hygiene)
• Pack Essentials & Clothing Choices

Course Outlook:  The course will guide you in making critical decisions about what to take, where to go, and what items to have ready in case you need to leave on short notice. While some may view this as a bug-out course, the skills and knowledge shared here are valuable even if you decide or have to stay home.

Is This Course for Everyone? Yes, this course is for anyone who is preparedness-minded and wants to learn essential skills to prolong life or sustain in adverse situations no matter their skill or knowledge level. We understand not everyone plans to bug out, and some may be unable to move into a wilderness environment due to physical conditions or other reasons. This course provides a solid set of skills, knowledge, and confidence-building techniques to empower you during trying times. We have streamlined a baseline of skills and techniques over the years to guide you in choosing what will work best for you and your family.

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"Failing to plan is planning to fail." Survive To Sustain ensures that when disaster strikes, you’ll have what’s needed to face it with a solid plan and proper preparation.

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​​​Eligibility Requirements: Students must be at least 16 years old

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Course Expectations: Camping on-site is not required for this course; there are hotels close to our location. One meal will be provided during our cooking lesson. We will plan to stay out overnight on Thursday night in our shelters. (You have the choice to camp in the woods or stay at basecamp or away from the school property).

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A South Carolina Fishing License is required for this course: Purchase

Meetup Location: Students need to meet our staff near The Brick House Campground, 49 Brick House Rd, Whitmire, SC 29178 between the hours of  9:00 AM and 9:30 AM Monday.

Directions:  From I-26, take exit #60 (SC 66), drive east for 3.5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 358 and drive .1 miles. There is a field just a short drive to your left. You will see our staff members parked at the entrance of the field to meet you. Turn in and they will provide you with instructions. (This is the meetup location unless otherwise noted). From there you will be led to the school property.

Early Arrivals: If you plan to arrive early. There are several hotels near by and The Brick House Campground has primitive camping available with some sites first come first serve and others available for registration.