Chiropractic Clinic Hours

3rd Annual Primitive Hunt Camp

Oct 22 @ 4:30 pm – Oct 24 @ 2:00 pm

Hunting was central to pre-civilized life. Learn and experience some basic tenants of traditional food acquisition through seeking, pursuing and humanely dispatching of wild animals in the forests of northern Michigan. This is a 3-day, 2-night gathering that will include:

Basic instruction in tracking and primitive hunting (rabbit sticks, spear and sling)
Basic to intermediate instruction in “minimal camping” ie, Fieldcraft
Instruction of the seasonally relevant Uncivilized Technology Prerequisites:
- Valid Michigan small game license
- Must be able to walk (up to) 10 miles in a single day in woodland terrain
- Experience (not necessary but helpful) in minimal camping

Nov

Wed

UV Meeting – November @ Uncivilized Vitality

Nov 10 @ 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.

Nov

Fieldcraft 101 @ Atlanta State Forest

Nov 12 @ 5:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 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. Cost includes 3 meals, all group gear, and instruction.

Dec

Wed

UV Meeting – December @ Uncivilized Vitality

Dec 8 @ 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm

Dec

Winter Shelter Camp @ Atlanta State Forest

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 @ Rifle River Recreation area

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.