A regenerative future begins with ancient skills
There was a time when people knew how to live–and live well–with what the landscape provided. Most of us today have lost these ancient skills. With them, we’ve lost critical knowledge of how to live sustainably.
Wilderness and survival skills classes at the Horn Farm look beyond self-sufficiency, resourcefulness, and preparedness. By reclaiming the abilities of our ancestors, we deepen our sense of place, belonging, and responsibility for the land and one another.
Some of our offerings focus on true ancestral skills, teaching people how to create fire, build shelter, and find food purely from the land. Other offerings balance these sensibilities with modern privileges, empowering people to connect with the land by promoting preparedness in backcountry settings.
Upcoming Programs
Wilderness & Survival Classes
Micro-Survival Kit Workshop
Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 1PM – 2:30PM
Outdoor Cooking for Campers
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 12PM – 2PM
Bushcraft Basics
Saturday, September 5, 2026 | 1PM – 3PM
More topics coming soon!
Past topics have included:
- Wild basket crafting
- Making natural cordage
- Wildlife tracking
- Building primitive traps
- Wilderness observation and navigation

Skills Series: Elements of Survival
A three-part wilderness skills series that explores the essential forces of Water, Earth & Air, and Fire, guiding participants to reconnect with nature while learning practical skills for resilience and self-reliance in the wild.
Participants can register for individual sessions or join the full series at a discounted cost.
Water | Find, Filter, Purify
Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 1PM – 4PM
Earth & Air | Build, Insulate, Cook
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 1PM – 4PM
Fire | Create, Maintain, Use
Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 1PM – 4PM
Can’t join us in the spring? Elements of Survival will return in the fall of 2026. Learn more and register for classes on Saturdays, August 26th, October 3rd, and October 10th.

