Basic survival course in the Aspromonte National Park
Highlights
- Experience a weekend of adventure in the heart of the Aspromonte National Park
- Learn how to orient yourself in the local flora, light a fire and build your own shelter in the forest
- Test your survival skills by putting your instructor's teachings into practice
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John Rambo, get out of the way!
Join this basic survival course and change your approach to nature forever.
During this 2-day adventure in the Aspromonte National Park you will learn how to fend for yourself in the woods by challenging your limits, just like the iconic character. The only difference is that you can always count on the support of your instructor and the group!
What we will do
The appointment is Saturday afternoon at 14:00 at the meeting point in Terranova Sappo Minulio (RC) where our instructor will be waiting for us.
Once all participants have gathered, an introductory briefing will take place. This will be a fundamental moment, in which we will be explained what we will learn during the course, but above all, useful for getting to know the group.
Afterwards, we will walk to the woods at Zomaro, where we will set up our base camp according to the rules of no-trace camping. We will stop in a wooded area populated by moss-covered beech trees, in one of the most restricted spots ofAspromonte, with a view of both the Ionian and Tyrrhenian Seas.
At 17:00 it will be time for the presentation of the so-called 'sacred order', i.e. the theoretical basis of survival techniques in nature. We will then move on to practice, with a demonstration of fire lighting using primitive techniques.
At 19:00, dinner prepared directly on the fire will be served. After the meal, we will venture on a night walk, during which we will learn how to orient ourselves with the stars and discover interesting facts about the indigenous nocturnal fauna.
The following morning after breakfast, training will be dedicated to the search for and construction of shelters, and we will try our hand at building a single shelter until lunchtime, scheduled for 12 noon.
In the afternoon, the programme includes learning modern fire lighting techniques. We will then move on to a theoretical explanation on theuse of blades, and finally we will find out what the main knots are for outdoor and bushcraft.
The experience will end on Sunday afternoon at 17:00, at the end of which we will receive a certificate of participation.
Who it is aimed at
The experience is suitable for ages 16 and over. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or in possession of a signed release form.
Theactivity is not suitable for people with motor disabilities and pregnant women.
Other information
The activity takes place from March to November and is confirmed when there are at least 8 participants.
There is free parking on site. The meeting point cannot be reached by public transport.
If you have food allergies and/or intolerances, please contact the organiser at the contact details given in your booking confirmation email to report them.
Dogs are allowed during the activity.
Recommended clothing
- Technical mountain clothing
- Rain jacket
- Hiking boots
Don't forget to bring
- Sleeping bag
- Thermal water bottle
- Changing clothes
- Torch
- Pen and notebook
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Terranova Sappo Minulio, Reggio Calabria
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed-date booking and the weather conditions are not suitable for safely carrying out the activity (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be fully refunded. The guide may offer you an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to accept or decline these proposals. If you cannot reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund!
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
