Gear List for Survival and Bushcraft (Phase 1)

 Here is the list of items and details for Bushcraft and Survival (Phase 1):  I have linked several of the items below through Amazon.   As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. 

1. Wire coat hanger

 2. Can of pork and beans or chili and can opener (Whatever you like to  eat but it needs to be in a standard sized can, we will be using it for a  project) This is for eating on the first night of class, you will need  to bring your own appropriate food based on your dietary needs for the  rest of the 48 hour class. (Two suppers, two breakfasts and two lunches)

3. Spoon, cup and/or bowl or mess kit (Should be metal as this will be your cookware.  Stainless Steel is best as aluminum cookware can have a chemical reaction with some wild edibles .) 

Buy a great cooking pot from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3Ai50bH

Buy a great spoon from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3QnLBeU

4. Wool blanket at least 80 percent wool (The best is surplus military, we will be sleeping in it) (Online or a surplus store, Harbor Freight also sells a wool blanket but it is a lower percentage wool blend.)  

 Buy it from Amazon here:  https://amzn.to/3dqW5M9

 5. 6x8 brown and silver tarp per person ( About 10 dollars at Home Depot, you must have this, you can also purchase the 8x10 size if you  are sharing it with a partner or a child) 

Or, you can buy it from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3C1kP7T  

The 8x10 size can be purchased here: https://amzn.to/3C2fjSG

6. Non-Insulated (single  wall) metal canteen or water bottle (16-32 Oz.) Get a larger mouth  bottle or canteen over a small mouth one. (For boiling water, must have  this, Amazon or the Self Reliance Outfitters store) I also will have some for sale at the class starting at $15 apiece .https://amzn.to/3Gy921S  Water will be provided at the class site.

7. Knife with a minimum 4 inch, non-serrated blade with sheath, best if it has a full tang. 

Buy it here from Amazon: https://amzn.to/4a6XO23

8. Folding saw  Buy it from Amazon here:  https://amzn.to/46JcoK1

 9. Ferrocerrium Rod (Bigger is better) I will have some for sale at the class starting at $20. https://amzn.to/42yfnF5

10. 50 feet of tarred bank line (#36 heavy duty) or Paracord. (Walmart)

Buy the bank line from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3vZpnIf

Buy the Paracord from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3R73OOc

11. 3 Contractor garbage bags 42 gallon, 3 mil. thick (Home Depot, Lowes) https://amzn.to/3B0jY6o

12. 20 feet of duct tape (Gorilla brand is best, other types may not perform as well) https://amzn.to/3pVZaGX

13. Headlamp with fresh batteries  Buy it from Amazon here:  https://amzn.to/3Tiw6t5

  14. Cotton Handkerchief (or two) (Must be 100% cotton, we may be cutting pieces off of one of  them) you could also bring a 100% cotton T-shirt to cut up. (If you pick  an orange shirt, it can also be used for  signalling!) https://amzn.to/3wJ3lKd

 15. Compass with rotating Bezel, mirror and a sighting notch (This is  a must have and specific item to pass the class)  I will have these for sale at the class for $15.

Buy the compass I personally use at Amazon here:  https://amzn.to/4jp4s8c

16. Two 48" bungee cords (With metal or rubber coated hooks, can't be the thick plastic hooks)

Buy them from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2R5ueR2

17. Magnifying glass at least 5x (These are found on some compasses as well as the ones we sell) Get one here from Amazon:  https://amzn.to/3RuVjzi

18. Ground mat  Buy it from Amazon here:  https://amzn.to/3Q2M2dN

19. Back pack (There is a small hike involved to get to the class area)

Buy this great backpack from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3R4On8N or https://amzn.to/3pFcv6f

20. Toiletries (We will have a privacy outhouse on site)

21. Any medications you may require

22. Insect repellent-Available to buy at the class.  Or get some here: https://amzn.to/418BaCp

23. Camp chair to sit in during the classroom instruction portions. https://amzn.to/3wF142j

 24. Pen and notebook (Rite in the Rain brand is best in case of  wet weather) for taking notes during the classroom instruction portions.  

Buy the notebook here on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/3pWttgz

Buy the pen at Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3GiX4fN

 - Payment for taking the 48 hour class ($225.00) is due in full at least one  week before before class start date and is non-refundable if requested  less than three days before class begins. You can pay using PayPal or you can send it through the mail - Make checks or money orders payable to James Bender
If checks do not clear there will be a charge of $25.00 plus whatever bank fees may occur. - You will be required to sign a liability waiver form before taking the class, they will be handed out upon arrival.  - Feel free to E-mail  me at benderknifeworks@yahoo.com.  I will give you the address where to  send the payment when you contact me.

-Class begins at 3pm on Thursday and continues until approximately 3-4 pm on Saturday depending on how long it takes the students to finish the tasks. We ask that you do not arrive more than 30 minutes before class begins. If you do arrive early, just wait and an instructor will meet you at 3pm.

-You may sleep in whatever you wish to bring the first night (Tent, hammock, etc.) but you must sleep in the shelter we teach you to build the second night

I will e-mail it to you when you register for the class.  Make sure that I have your e-mail address.

I will e-mail it to you when you register for the class. Make sure that I have your e-mail address.