SurvivaliCAL Export

When: 16 February, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: 45 minutes southwest of Calgary

Family (up to four participants): $188
Additional family members: $38

Enjoy a unique and memorable Family Day this year, where all ages can learn, create, and explore together in a fun and supportive outdoor setting. Families will gain hands-on experience building snow shelters, brewing flavourful wild teas, practising hot-tent basics, and carving simple wooden utensils. A cozy hot tent equipped with a wood stove will serve as a warm gathering space for carving sessions and breaks between outdoor activities, ensuring everyone stays comfortable throughout the day. With plenty of opportunities to work together, try new skills, and embrace winter adventure, this experience offers a wonderful way for families to connect, learn, and make lasting memories in the outdoors.

What to bring

• Non-folding knife (optional)
• Lunch, snacks, and plenty to drink
• Clothing suited for colder temperatures than forecast, worn in layers
• Toilet paper and hand sanitizer

Additional info:

If extreme cold occurs, the class may be rescheduled. If you cannot attend the new date, a refund will be issued.

There are no toilet facilities on site; participants will need to use the outdoors (hygiene in the woods will be covered).

When: March 13, 1–3 p.m.
Where: Calgary – Carburn Park

Animal tracking and wildlife awareness help people understand how animals live and how to safely share natural spaces with them. By studying tracks, scat, bones, skulls, and other signs, we can learn which animals are present and how they behave. Being “wildlife aware” means paying attention to these clues, respecting animal habitats, and knowing how to avoid conflicts. Altogether, these skills support conservation, safety, and a deeper appreciation for the wildlife around us.

When: March 23, 2026, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Red Deer - Kin Kanyon

Animal tracking and wildlife awareness help people understand how animals live and how to safely share natural spaces with them. By studying tracks, scat, bones, skulls, and other signs, we can learn which animals are present and how they behave. Being “wildlife aware” means paying attention to these clues, respecting animal habitats, and knowing how to avoid conflicts. Altogether, these skills support conservation, safety, and a deeper appreciation for the wildlife around us.

When: March 24, 2026, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Stony Plain - Chickakoo Recreation Area (Meet at upper Parking Lot)

Animal tracking and wildlife awareness help people understand how animals live and how to safely share natural spaces with them. By studying tracks, scat, bones, skulls, and other signs, we can learn which animals are present and how they behave. Being “wildlife aware” means paying attention to these clues, respecting animal habitats, and knowing how to avoid conflicts. Altogether, these skills support conservation, safety, and a deeper appreciation for the wildlife around us.

When: March 25, 2026, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Edmonton - Sir Wilfred Laurier Park (Site 4)

Animal tracking and wildlife awareness help people understand how animals live and how to safely share natural spaces with them. By studying tracks, scat, bones, skulls, and other signs, we can learn which animals are present and how they behave. Being “wildlife aware” means paying attention to these clues, respecting animal habitats, and knowing how to avoid conflicts. Altogether, these skills support conservation, safety, and a deeper appreciation for the wildlife around us.

When: March 30, 2026, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Lethbridge - Indian Battle Park (Alberta Shelter)

Animal tracking and wildlife awareness help people understand how animals live and how to safely share natural spaces with them. By studying tracks, scat, bones, skulls, and other signs, we can learn which animals are present and how they behave. Being “wildlife aware” means paying attention to these clues, respecting animal habitats, and knowing how to avoid conflicts. Altogether, these skills support conservation, safety, and a deeper appreciation for the wildlife around us.

When: 20 April, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Red Deer – Kin Kanyon

In this class, students are introduced to different types of axes and how each is designed for specific tasks, such as chopping, splitting, or shaping wood. We focus on safe cutting practices, maintaining a clear work zone, and using controlled, purposeful swings that prioritise technique over strength. Emphasis is placed on treating the axe with respect and understanding it as a practical tool used for gathering firewood, building shelters, and completing other essential tasks in the wilderness. By learning proper technique and safety awareness, participants gain confidence and develop responsible skills for outdoor living in Alberta’s diverse and rugged landscapes.

When: 21 April, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: 

Stony Plain - Chickakoo Recreation Area (Meet at upper Parking Lot)  https://maps.app.goo.gl/2ZLaQ6nLsXGgeL9E7  

In this class, students are introduced to different types of axes and how each is designed for specific tasks, such as chopping, splitting, or shaping wood. We focus on safe cutting practices, maintaining a clear work zone, and using controlled, purposeful swings that prioritise technique over strength. Emphasis is placed on treating the axe with respect and understanding it as a practical tool used for gathering firewood, building shelters, and completing other essential tasks in the wilderness. By learning proper technique and safety awareness, participants gain confidence and develop responsible skills for outdoor living in Alberta’s diverse and rugged landscapes.