The Survival Instinct
Earth & Nature Adventures · Edinburgh
“The Survival Instinct” Experience: An Overnight Adventure to step into the wilderness and discover what it means to not just survive, but thrive in nature! Our two-day, overnight bushcraft and survival experience is designed to immerse you in the art of outdoor living—teaching you essential skills while you sleep under the stars.
**What to Expect:**
*Master Bushcraft Shelters:* Learn how to construct a variety of shelters using natural materials from your surroundings. Choose your favorite and spend the night under the Scottish sky, truly connecting with the wild.
*Survival Principles & Gear:* Get hands-on with survival kits, and explore essential equipment and tools that align with key survival priorities.
*Tool Mastery:* Safely use outdoor tools like knives, saws, and axes while learning cutting techniques. Apply these skills to craft essential items and turn the woodland into your personal basecamp.
*Fire Lighting & Woodcraft:* Discover multiple techniques to light and sustain a fire using natural resources. Identify tree species and their uses for fire-making, then warm your hands (and spirit) by the fire as you dive into camp crafts: weaving, natural cordage-making, and crafting tools to enhance your stay.
*Water Sourcing & Purification:* Find, collect, and filter fresh Scottish water so you can safely enjoy the natural taste of the wild.
*Navigation & Orientation:* Learn essential navigation skills to confidently move through diverse environments, mastering the art of finding your way.
