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Emergency Night Out Workshop
Spending an unexpected and unplanned night out in the woods can be intimidating. Each year, there are numerous accounts of people forced to bivouac until the sun rises. In this course, learn how to create emergency shelters. sustainable fire, and treated water. Learn what basic equipment can be carried and how to use it including knives, cordage, and signaling devices .This course is grounded in skills and the most commonly encountered short-term scenarios.
Tap each tab below: Description, Additional Information, and Class Details. You’ll find the course overview, class times, driving directions, what to bring, and overnight arrangements.
Description
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Taught by Kevin Estela, Expert in Wilderness Survival
Spending an unexpected and unplanned night in the woods can be intimidating and challenging for even the most seasoned outdoors enthusiast. Each year, numerous accounts emerge of individuals forced to bivouac in the wilderness until the sun rises, relying on quick thinking and limited supplies to stay safe and warm. This course provides essential skills to manage such situations with confidence.
In Emergency Night Out, you’ll learn how to create emergency shelters that provide protection from the elements, ensuring you stay as warm and dry as possible. You’ll also gain hands-on experience building sustainable fires, which are crucial not only for warmth but also for signaling, cooking, and morale. Additionally, we’ll cover essential water treatment methods to make natural water sources safe to drink, keeping dehydration and contamination at bay.
The course includes instruction on what basic equipment to carry for short-term survival and how to use it effectively. You’ll learn about the tools and techniques needed to maximize items like knives, cordage, and signaling devices—equipment that can make the difference in a survival situation. Grounded in practical, real-world skills and the most commonly encountered short-term survival scenarios, this course is designed to prepare you for unexpected nights outdoors, empowering you with the knowledge and confidence needed to stay safe.
Course Overview
- Course: Emergency Night Out Workshop
- Schedule and check-in: Use the class start time for your selected course date. Arrive one hour before that time for check-in.
Instructor
Before You Arrive
Arrival and Directions
Arrive one hour before the class start time for check-in. Check the schedule for your selected course date. Contact TSU before traveling if the start time or meeting location is unclear.
Food and Water
- Food, water, and snacks
What to Bring
Gear Requirements
- Clothing to train in all weather conditions including rain gear
- 4″ Fixed Blade Belt Knife (Example: Mora Companion HD)
- 3/8″ Ferro Rod and BIC Lighter
- 32 oz canteen and nesting cup (Example: Nalgene Bottle with GSI Metal Cup)
- Small personal sized tarp or poncho
- 100′ Paracord




