What are your hours of operation?

Customer Service is open 9am to 3pm EST Monday thru Friday (we are closed all major holidays).

Do you offer Rain Checks or Extend Promotional Prices?

No, I am sorry sale prices are only available during the promotional period.

How do I cancel an order?

To cancel an order please call Customer Service at 317.791.8777 Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm (Eastern Standard Time). Once an order has been processed for shipment (meaning a label has been created) it cannot be cancelled. Sending an email will not guarantee it will be cancelled prior to shipping.

Can I add to an order?

If your order has not started to be processed through our shipping department, you can modify the order. However, you must call Customer Service at 317.791.8777 to make modifications. Once an order has started processing through the warehouse, it cannot be modified, only cancelled.

What cards do you accept?

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Apple Pay.

Do you accept check or money orders?

Yes, we do. Make checks out to The Pathfinder School, and mail to Self Reliance Outfitters, 6050 Churchman Bypass, Indianapolis, IN 46203. If we do receive your payment within 14 business days, your order will be cancelled.

Are orders shipped insured?

Yes, all orders where product total equals $25 or more, then the package is shipped insured. For more information about the insurance and claim process please click here.

How long does it take for an order to ship from the warehouse?

Orders typically take 2 to 5 business days to process through our shipping department. During the holidays or during high-volume orders influxes, it may take up to 7 business days to process through our warehouse. UPS 2-DAY orders will be processed next business day.

How long will it take for my package to arrive?

Once it leaves our warehouse, it will all depend on what shipping option you choose.

What shipping options do you offer domestically?

Economy Shipping, UPS Ground, UPS 2-Day, FedEx Ground.

What International shipping options do you have?

UPS, FedEx, DHL, USPS (Canada ONLY).

Can I send it back for an exchange?

No, but you can send it back for a store gift to use towards your next purchase. Include a copy of your receipt or email confirmation and indicate what you wish to get a store gift card. However, return shipping is at your expense. Send to: Self Reliance Outfitters, 6050 Churchman Bypass, Indianapolis, IN 46203, Attn: New Return.

How will my refund be processed?

Domestic customers: All refunds (including canceled orders) will be refunded by the original payment method or issued a store gift card if requested. If you paid by check or money order, then you will be issued a refund check or store gift card, if requested. Any refund on classes more than 60 days old may require a refund check being issued if store credit is not acceptable. International customers: Refunds (including canceled orders) will be refunded by the original payment method or issued a store gift card if requested. If you paid by check or money order, your only option is a store gift card. Any refund on classes more than 60 days old may be only available for a store gift card. Refunds on returned merchandise will be processed within seven (7) business days upon receipt of the returned merchandise.

Can I return an unwanted item?

You may return any unused item (in its original packaging) within 30 days of purchase for a full refund of the purchased price. We will not accept any new returned merchandise after 30 days (drop ship items are not returnable). Your return must be returned with your email confirmation or packing list from your original order, and indicate you would like a refund or store gift card. However, return shipping is at your expense. Send to: Self Reliance Outfitters, 6050 Churchman Bypass, Indianapolis, IN 46203, Attn: New Return. Drop Ship items are not returnable, and all sales are final except in case of a warranty issue. Warranty claims on drop ship items will be for exchange only. All returned merchandise (except warranties) are returned at your expense.

What is the warranty on your products?

Most of our products (except PKS Knives & DIY Blanks) carry a 1 yr warranty. View the Pathfinder Promise for our warranty on our Pathfinder Stainless Steel gear - Click Here. If you have questions about a warranty product issue, please contact our customer service at 317.791.8777 Monday thru Friday, 9 am to 3 pm (Eastern Standard Time) or email Customer Support at customersupport@pathfindergear.net.

Does your PKS DIY Blanks have a lifetime warranty?

No, since they are a DIY item, and an unfinished knife, blanks come with a 6-month warranty.

What is the warranty on PKS Knives?

All PKS knives (except DIY blanks) come with a lifetime workmanship warranty. Please contact customer service at 317.791.8777 or email Customer Support at customersupport@pathfindergear.net if you have questions about a warranty issue.

SKU: 2025APR25

Rope, Rigging, and Pioneering Workshop

Name: Rope, Rigging, and Pioneering Workshop
Brand: PFS Classes
SKU: 2025APR25
Price: 600.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$600.00 USD

Sale Sold out

Quantity must be 1 or more

Unleash your inner adventurer with our Rope, Rigging, and Pioneering Workshop in Ohio! Learn essential Knots, Riggings, and Simple Machines for your outdoor and suburban needs. Elevate your skills with both premade and improvised options for lifting, moving, and lowering materials. Stay safe with multifunctional Knots and hitches for any situation!

The registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to class start date.

Must be at least 16 years of age to attend the class. Any student under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult registered for this class.

Course Work:

Rope and Rope types
Making Rope
Storing and caring for Rope
Utility/Commando Ropes

Knots
Hitches
Lashings
Whippings Splices

Wenches
Cranes
Tackle
Blocks
Parbuckles

Safety Harnesses
Anchors
Belays
Ascending
Descending

Tie downs
Cargo Nets
Smaller Nets

Carriers
Ladders
Bridges

Camping is Modern so bring a Tent or Hammocks.

Gear List:

Leather Gloves
#36 and #6 Bank line (a 1 lb. roll of each)
7" Net Needle
Paracord 100’
Rope 8-10 MM Anchor Rope 30’
Marlin Spike
1” Tubular Webbing (climbing grade) 30’
Notebook, Pen/Pencil
Food and Snacks
Clothing appropriate for the weather

Port-a-Pots are located approximately 400 yards from the base camp near the parking area.

Water will be available from jugs located in Base Camp. We continually check the water supply to make sure it is readily available.

We do not allow anyone to remain at camp without an instructor present

If you suffer from a medical condition that requires medication, please bring your prescribed medicines with you. If you undergo surgery or a hospital stay within 30 days of the class, DO NOT attempt this course.

As the premier school for self-reliance, our training exceeds that of any other school in the nation; so please take it seriously and take the time to physically prepare

Meeting Location - Click Here
Cabin Rentals - Click Here
Cancellation Policy - Click Here

About our School:

Fully Insured
Red Cross Certified Training Facility
EMT’s and Paramedic’s on Staff
AED on Location
Epinephrine on Location
Instructors are CPR and Wilderness First Aid Red Cross Certified
Low Student to Instructor to create a Pedagogy learning environment.
Most Instructors either former Military, EMS, or LE
Lead Instructor is NASAR Advanced Search and Rescue Certified
Dave Canterbury is Certified Expert Trapper by Fur Takers of America and a Certified Intermediate Herbalist by the Herbal Academy International School of Herbal Arts and Sciences
All Instructors are equipped and licensed in HAM radio as well as PLB SAT comes for emergency communications away from classroom area.
Training area is over 4500 Forested Acres

Disclaimer:
Please make sure you take all gear with you at the end of the class. If gear is left behind, we will not be able to ship it to you, and will be considered abandoned.

Due to property insurance restrictions: There will be no camping on the school property prior to the start of the class or after the classes conclude.

Each class is instructed by highly trained and professional outdoor/wilderness instructors. Each instructor teaches the Pathfinder School system and is authorized by Dave Canterbury. Instructors, including Dave Canterbury, can vary from class to class.

Probably the best knots, ropes, and rigging class ever

I’ve got to say that this class was by far my favorite Pathfinder class so far. Not that any were bad, but this class was just fun. I was wondering about the time and money spent traveling to Ohio to learn about ropes, knots, and rigging, but it was well worth the expenditures. Dave, Shawn, and Kevin are excellent instructors, and you just can’t recreate the learning environment by watching YouTube videos. Plus, I met some new friends. Highly recommended.