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Into the Wild

Bushwalking Navigation skills - Autumn edition
14th & 15th March 2026
 
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Do you want to spend more time in nature? Perhaps get off the beaten track, away from the crowds? During this course you'll gain the skills and knowledge to allow yourself to confidently venture INTO THE WILD

Taking place over 2 full days, you'll learn a broad range of skills that assist with ensuring your time in nature is a safe and rewarding experience.

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If you're just starting your bush walking journey or are an experienced hiker looking to go that little bit further, you're be sure to gain new navigation skills that will help achieve your goals.

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Perhaps you're wanting to get into bushwalking but are unsure on how to start, what gear do you need? Is it safe? Maybe you're looking to step it up a bit, going on an overnight or multiday hike but are unsure on how to make that transition. You could be thinking of stepping off the path well trodden and trying some off track adventures. Well this course may just give you the confidence and skills to fullfill you're dreams.
 

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The Program

Day 1 Saturday 14th March

9.00am - 4.00pm​


Day 1 is all about getting you ready and geared up with all the knowledge to make your journey outdoors safe and enjoyable.

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  • Risk management in the wilderness

  • Snake bite mitigation, treatment and response

  • Emergency response and PLB's

  • Map types and features

  • Understanding the Topo map

  • Navigation essentials

  • Using our Phone and Apps for Navigation​

  • Land features and interpreting the land

  • Understanding the compass

  • Grid references

  • Taking a bearing

  • Triangulation - finding where you are on the map

  • ​Pacing and estimating distance

  • plus more

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We like to keep our workshops as interactive and hands on as possible, so lots to look at and try out. 

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Day 2 Sunday 14th September

9.00am - 4.00pm

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Todays focus is refreshing and then adding on to the skills and knowledge learnt on the previous day.

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We'll then get an opportunity to put your new route planning and  navigation skills to the test by spending most of the day out in the bush putting it all into practice.

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What to bring?

When, Where and How Much?

 When: 
Saturday and Sunday 14th & 15th March

Daily from 9am-4pm

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Where: 

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2954 Kyogle Rd, Kunghur, NSW

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2 hrs - Brisbane City

50 mins - Coolangatta Airport

50 mins - Byron Bay 
 

How Much:
Adult - $360* for both days.  
Adult - $190* Saturday only

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Youth - $170* for both days

Youth - $90* Saturday only

(Youth under 16yrs, must be accompanied by a paying adult, under 5yrs free)

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*plus booking fee

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Each day can stand alone so you can come for one day on Saturday or Sunday.

*Limited positions available. Bookings are essential.

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Camping onsite included - We have an onsite camping area with basic camp kitchen, incl gas cooker, sink and untreated water, compost toilet and hot rainforest shower.


**Camping Saturday night is free with ticket purchase

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****Book for two or more people (in the same order and receive 10% off your booking ..use the booking code "bringafriend")

  • Camping gear tent, mattress, torch etc (or sleep in your van etc)

  • Notebook and pen

  • Food and drinks for the duration

  • Drinking water

  • Camp chair

  • Towel and swimmers (we have 1.5km of the upper Tweed river on our property)

  • Coffee..... don't forget your coffee

    The large riverfront camping area has a camp kitchen with  fridges, kettle, toaster, cooktop, sink, composting toilets and hot showers.
    Please bring your own plate, mug and cutlery.

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 Power available at the campground

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Uki is the nearest town - 14min drive - Small supermarket, cafes, pie shop, pub, petrol, Bastion Lane espresso bar and the best Mountain Bike park in the region. 

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About Me: Scott

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Somewhat obsessed with all things adventure and the outdoors. Enthusiastic peak bagger, adventure racer, mountain biker and trail runner, a self diagnosed gear freak with a nack of being prepared for all eventualities. 

19 years experience as a professional outdoor educator, survival instructor, white water guide + more. Former program coordinator and senior instructor for Outward Bound Australia. 

Passionate hiker including 350+kms solo through the Himalaya. 

Proud father of a my 4 kids with a deep love of the natural world.

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