Wilderness Survival Course near Stockholm

Embark on a wilderness survival course in the forests near Stockholm, learning how to thrive in nature!

Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden, situated on the southern coast of the country. The city is mainly known for its stunning architecture and thriving culture, however, it is also a gateway to wilderness areas. These wilderness destinations offer a chance to experience the natural beauty and tranquillity of the Stockholm region.

The survival course begins at the starting point in Stockholm, where you’ll meet the experienced guide. You’ll enjoy a scenic drive to the surrounding forest, the perfect spot for the course. Once you’re immersed in the wild, the survival course begins! The natural, secluded area offers a variety of landscapes, including forests, meadows, and water sources.

The guide is a highly knowledgeable wilderness expert with years of practical experience. The course will begin with an introduction to survival. You’ll start with an in-depth discussion of the ‘Pyramid of Survival’ and how it relates to surviving in the wilderness. The guide will also teach you about stress management, signalling, the importance of a positive mental attitude, and the four principles of survival. 

After the theory, you’ll move on to some practical skills! The guide will show you how to build and maintain a fire from scratch, using tinder, firewood and fire starters such as steel. Then, it’s time for some bushcraft basics, including how to carve a wooden spoon from a fallen branch using knives and carving tools. After practising your skills, you’ll learn how to prepare a meal over an open fire. The guide will demonstrate cooking methods such as spit-roasting, pot hanging, and fire-baking. You’ll take a break to enjoy your lunch in the peaceful surroundings. 

After lunch, you’ll move on to building simple traps (figure-four deadfall or snare) for catching small games. The guide will explain the ethical considerations and how to trap responsibly. If there’s time at the end of the course, you’ll be divided into small groups to try some simulated survival scenarios. You’ll have to come up with creative ideas to overcome made-up challenges. At the end of the full-day excursion, the guide will drive you back to the starting point in Stockholm.

Learn how to survive in the Swedish wilderness on an adventurous full-day course in the forests from Stockholm!