____________________________________________________________________________________ W.I.L.D. is our mentoring program for adults interested in connecting to nature, going on adventures, and learning within a supportive group of peers. All curriculum is taught outdoors within the context of weather and the seasons. Our approach to nature-connection is unique in that it draws from indigenous cultures that have lived sustainably for thousands of years. Participants will experience time-tested, native principles that are not found in modern educational systems. Instead of just reading about or talking about skills and awareness we will be doing. If you are ready to see the world and your life with new eyes then join us this fall! (main curriculum points posted further below!) _________________________________________________________________________ The course will consist of three parts: Part 1) Field Intensives: Twice a month (on Friday afternoons 4-7pm) we'll meet in forests and natural areas in and around Bloomington for about 3 hours. Some topics we may cover here include tree identification, primitive cooking, or learning how to tell the speed and mood of an animal from its tracks. Part 2) Outside of Class: There may be some personal or small group projects to complete and then share with the group. Participants will also be encouraged to do the Kamana Naturalist Training Program to supplement our field excursions and continue learning at home in your own place and at your own pace. For information about Kamana visit www.kamana.org Part 3) Overnight Expeditions: We will go on an overnight excursion (once a month) into the wilderness from noon Saturday to noon Sunday. This will give us the opportunity to immerse in the experience for 24-hours at a time. Sleeping in natural shelters, starting our fires the native way, and night-time awareness games will bring the skills to life. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Our Curriculum Includes:
____________________________________________________________________________________ Cost: $65 per month for new students. (some work exchanges or scholarships available, email kevin@owlcreekprograms.com for more info) *I am asking students to commit to 3-months at a time. This will allow us to accomplish certain curriculum goals for the group. Registration: To register fill out the online registration form at the bottom of this page. You will soon receive a confirmation email. Who: This program is for ages 18 and up. No previous experience necessary. Location: Bloomington, Indiana: we will meet on private property near Griffy Lake for our Friday classes and head out to Baby Creek Road near Yellowwood State Forest for the overnights. There will be other meeting locations on occasion. Gear List: see below next to the online application. Instructors: Kevin Glenn with guest instructors appearing throughout the course including Monique Philpot. (instructor info) 2008 Fall Schedule September Dates & Times: Friday the 5th, 4-7pm Overnight on the 13-14th, noon to noon Friday the 26th, 4-7pm October Dates & Times: Friday the 10th, 4-7pm Overnight on the 18-19th, noon to noon Friday the 24th, 4-7pm November Dates & Times: Friday the 7th, 4-7pm Friday the 21st, 4-7pm Overnight on 22-23rd, noon to noon |
W.I.L.D. Wilderness Immersion & Leadership Development
Owl Creek Programs
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Online Application
This program is not for everyone. Please answer all
questions thoroughly to give us an idea of who you are,
what you are looking for, and why you want to participate
in W.I.L.D. This way we can be sure that you are a good
candidate for the program. Thanks!
questions thoroughly to give us an idea of who you are,
what you are looking for, and why you want to participate
in W.I.L.D. This way we can be sure that you are a good
candidate for the program. Thanks!
WILD students stand in
front of their shelter
after completing a 3-day
group survival trip in the
Hoosier National Forest
in May of 2008.
front of their shelter
after completing a 3-day
group survival trip in the
Hoosier National Forest
in May of 2008.
W.I.L.D. Gear List:
Bring to Every Class:
1. Knife with a 3-4" blade (we have some
available for sale on our school store)
2. Notebook and Pen/pencil (you may want to
use a small pocket notepad that is easy to carry)
3. Backpack or Day Pack (for packing all of your
gear into and allowing you ease of movement
without carrying stuff in your hands)
4. Bandana or other item for a Blindfold
5. Water Bottle
6. Any prescription medication you are on or
may need
7. Matches
Bring on the Overnights (plus above):
1. Sleeping Bag
2. Sleeping Pad
3. Flashlight
4. Food (we will have a fire for cooking dinners)
5. Water
Optional for Fridays and Overnights:
1. Camera
2. Camp Chair
3. Binoculars
4. Nature Field Guides
5. 50ft of Nylon Parachute Cord
6. Compass
7. Personal First Aid Kit
Bring to Every Class:
1. Knife with a 3-4" blade (we have some
available for sale on our school store)
2. Notebook and Pen/pencil (you may want to
use a small pocket notepad that is easy to carry)
3. Backpack or Day Pack (for packing all of your
gear into and allowing you ease of movement
without carrying stuff in your hands)
4. Bandana or other item for a Blindfold
5. Water Bottle
6. Any prescription medication you are on or
may need
7. Matches
Bring on the Overnights (plus above):
1. Sleeping Bag
2. Sleeping Pad
3. Flashlight
4. Food (we will have a fire for cooking dinners)
5. Water
Optional for Fridays and Overnights:
1. Camera
2. Camp Chair
3. Binoculars
4. Nature Field Guides
5. 50ft of Nylon Parachute Cord
6. Compass
7. Personal First Aid Kit
You get over 20 hours
of instructional time
outdoors each month!
of instructional time
outdoors each month!