“I really enjoyed the intro course immensely. Vitaliy is very knowledgeable, engaging and experienced. The theory part of the course was educational and I learned a lot about the basics of survival. The practical day was one of my favourite experiences this whole year! We walked with Vitaliy and used what we learned in the theory part and what we have in nature to make our fire on a rainy day. We learned about the real-life challenges of how to use nature for our needs but in a respectful and sustainable ways. I'm definitely coming back for more courses - just need to practice my skills first!”

“My son spent 60+ hours over 5 weeks with Vitaly and learned a tremendous amount of skills!! Navigation, shelter building, proper knife and hatchet handling along with numerous notches, knots, fire building/starting, and more!

Vitaly's personality and teaching style was a perfect match for my son - highly recommend one-on-one instruction for kids (and adults!) on the spectrum who can't do group instruction well but want to learn outdoor survival skills. My son gained so much more than just survival skills from Vitaly...forming good habits, stepping out of one's comfort zone and pushing yourself more, self confidence, joint attention skills and navigating the world around him in his every day life. What my son took away from his time with Vitaly has literally been life changing.”

“Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value.

Outdoor life and bushcraft skills course with Vitaliy was so inspiring. I have not stop talking about all the information and practical skills I learned in such short time. Vitaliy is excellent and passionate teacher. He is patient and knowledgeable about all things outdoors and survival skills not only in BC’s rainforests but also for other parts of the world.

I am someone who has lived in major cities most of my life. But having moved to BC, I discovered my love for the outdoors. I’ve relied on my more experienced hikers and camping friends to guide and keep my safe – but NOT anymore! Vitaliy listened to my goals for this weekend course and helped me develop skills to feel confident to go on solo backpacking trips. How to be prepare – what to have in my pack all the times, how to be resourceful in nature, how to build shelter with what’s available in nature, how to make fire in rain, but most importantly – he encouraged critical thinking!

I would 100% recommend this course and I look forward to taking an advance course next.”