Learn to harness the land and plants to your advantage in remote emergencies. Discover the basic techniques that use natural resources, minimal gear, and methodology to affect survival in our rough desert climate. This educational hike walks you through the internationally recognized principles of survival and how they apply to the Sonoran Desert. The practical […]
Phoenix Summit Challenge (PSC) Information Session Trail Specialist Jonathan Mincks teams up with Phoenix Park Rangers to give you the 411-intel-lowdown on the How-To Challenge. What to expect, what’s needed, logistics concerns, safety, and Q&As for the PSC 2026. If you are new to the PSC or desert distance challenges, this workshop is highly recommended! The […]
Backpacking 101 Workshop This class covers the fundamentals of backpacking so you can hit the trail with confidence. It simplifies the process so you can focus on the fun! Through instructionals, demonstrations, hands-on exercises, Q&A, and detailed graphic PowerPoint, you get the practical knowledge needed for fun, safe backpacking. Ideal for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, […]
Wilderness Survival Workshop How to prepare for, avoid, and survive emergencies in a wilderness setting with minimal resources is essential knowledge for any outdoor enthusiast. Self-reliance basics for the outdoors. How to avoid and survive emergencies in a wilderness setting with minimal resources is essential knowledge every outdoor enthusiast should have. This course covers the […]
You will learn how to: Read a topographic map Orient a map to your surroundings Find your location on a map Confidently determine your route and direction of travel Differentiate True North, Magnetic North, and Grid North Compensate for magnetic declination and deviations Calculate your pace count …and many other potentially life-saving skills! More information […]
2026 Dates National Parks Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates: February 16: Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday) May 25: Memorial Day June 14: Flag […]
“Our Halloween Special is Back! Learn how to simply and affordably prepare for modern disruptions AND the Zombie Apocalypse! No charge for extra scares." Emergency preparedness for modern urban disruptions. How to prepare for and handle personal, local, and broader emergencies. Whether it's an unexpected interruption in your life, local services, or a global event, […]
What you need to know about long distance and multi-summit challenges in extreme conditions. This “unrecommended” excursion is presented in detail from logistics & planning to lightweight essentials & safe protocols by someone who’s done it multiple times. Sign Up Here!
2026 Dates National Parks Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates: February 16: Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday) May 25: Memorial Day June 14: Flag […]
Learn to harness the land and plants to your advantage in remote emergencies. Discover the basic techniques that use natural resources, minimal gear, and methodology to affect survival in our rough desert climate. This educational hike walks you through the internationally recognized principles of survival and how they apply to the Sonoran Desert. The practical […]
Wilderness Survival Workshop How to prepare for, avoid, and survive emergencies in a wilderness setting with minimal resources is essential knowledge for any outdoor enthusiast. Self-reliance basics for the outdoors. How to avoid and survive emergencies in a wilderness setting with minimal resources is essential knowledge every outdoor enthusiast should have. This course covers the […]
Our nationally recognized hiking event is calling you to put your physical stamina and mental strength to the test. Whether you are pushing yourself to the limits in the PHX7, ramping things up in the PHX5, tackling your first PSC in the PHX4, or proving there are no barriers you cannot overcome in the PHX […]
