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Winter Shelter Camp

Dec 10 @ 4:30 pm – Dec 11 @ 1:30 pm

What an adventure! Concerned about spending the night outside in the snow? Don’t be! This is considered a Level 2: Bedroll camp, meaning we will teach you how to pack lighter and smarter while keeping you warm and happy. You will spend the first night in a tarp shelter of your own construction. You will then have the option to build and sleep in a natural shelter the second night (ie quinzee, debris hut…etc). Winter time is the heart of our camping season; the absolute BEST time to Optimize your Health & Happiness. More information including a packing list will be provided closer to the event once registration is complete.

Jan

Winter Hike Camp

Jan 7 @ 4:30 pm – Jan 9 @ 2:00 pm

Join us as we explore the beauty of northern Michigan winters. This event is perfect for both the novice and veteran as we will be camping in cabins; what a luxury! Our days will be spent hiking around the Rifle River Recreation area, both on and off trail (snowshoes encouraged). Dr. Jon D. Morey will provide lessons on Fieldcraft specific to the winter months. You will be given ample opportunities to learn and use our Uncivilized Technology as a means of staying warm and comfortable. Winter time is the heart of our camping season; the absolute BEST time to optimize your health & happiness. More information including a packing list will be provided closer to the event once registration is complete.

Jan

Thu

UV Meeting – January

Jan 13 @ 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm

Every month members of our community come together to learn and practice specific lessons taken from the Uncivilized Vitality lifestyle program of Health & Happiness Optimization. The cost is free for first time attendees and only $24 for repeat visitors. Registration includes any and all take home projects and materials. Membership options available. If you are unable to attend in person you may join in via zoom. Link available upon request.

Feb

Wed

UV Meeting – February

Feb 9 @ 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm

Feb

Small Game Rifle Hunt

Feb 11 @ 4:00 pm – Feb 13 @ 2:00 pm

This late Winter Gathering is designed for participants to learn and experience the beauty of small game hunting in the snowy forests of Northern Michigan.

You will have the chance to learn basic tracking, how to coordinate efforts in small parties, proper firearm safety and use, how to clean and cook wild game, as well as any relevant lessons from our Fieldcraft 101.

We will arrive at camp Friday evening where we will construct minimalist shelters for the night. Saturday will be a full day of instruction, training, and of course hunting. We will break camp and depart late Sunday morning.

To be eligible to attend participants must:

Supply own firearm and ammunition (22 lr, 410, or 20 ga).
Possess a valid MI hunting license
Be physically able to hike off-trail for prolonged periods
Attend Hunter Safety/First Aid course at 4 PM day of event

A minimum donation of $30 is suggested. All proceeds go directly towards our non-profit organization the Uncivilized Living Foundation whose mission is “To provide underserved and other populations in need with the unique benefits of outdoor experiences and life lessons from living in Nature”

Mar

Wed

UV Meeting – March

Mar 9 @ 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm

Mar

Orienteering Camp

Mar 11 @ 4:00 pm – Mar 13 @ 2:00 pm

Dr. Jon D. Morey will oversee a course designed to test one’s ability to learn and execute proper orienteering skills using a map and compass to navigate from point-to-point over natural terrain in Northern Michigan. No experience necessary but the ability to hike 10-15 miles off trail is encouraged. We will set up minimalist shelters Friday night and begin our excursion first thing Saturday morning. Over the course of the day, our group (accompanied by trained leadership), will attempt to meet with Dr. Morey at a series of checkpoints, ending at a final camp location where participants will once again get experience constructing quick, yet minimal shelters. Saturday’s communal meal will be provided.

A minimum donation of $30 is suggested. All proceeds go directly towards our non-profit: the Uncivilized Living Foundation whose mission is “To provide underserved and other populations in need with the unique benefits of outdoor experiences and life lessons from living in Nature”

Apr

Fieldcraft 101

Apr 8 @ 4:00 pm – Apr 10 @ 2:00 pm

This event is designed to introduce participants to both the outdoors and the Uncivilized Vitality program in a fun and comfortable manner.

Led by Dr. Jon D. Morey, participants will explore the basics of Fieldcraft including shelter making, fire building, primitive food preparation, and many others.

Through these experiences one will begin to develop the Lost Abilities: capability, adaptability, and durability. These abilities are the cornerstone of Uncivilized Vitality and enable one to more fully benefit from the Health & Happiness Optimization lifestyle.We will arrive at camp Friday evening and depart Sunday morning. More information including a packing list will be provided closer to the event once registration is complete.