Wilderness Survival Instructor Training & Certification Program
Bundle Package includes:
- Pathfinder Basic Course (3 Training Days)
- Pathfinder Intermediate Course (4 Training Days)
- Pathfinder Advanced Course (5 Training Days)
- Final Instructor Evaluation
Required Gear Lists will be found on the specific class pages.
Contact Dave Canterbury for further course and program information at pathfindersurvival@gmail.com
Note: After purchasing the Bundle Package, the student will be required to contact Larry Catt at larry@sroutfitters.net to sign up for your Basic, Intermediate, and Advance class that will best accommodate their schedule (see the current school calendar here). Each student is responsible for his or her own travel & personal expenses along with hotel accommodations between classes.
Due to property insurance restrictions: There will be NO camping on the school property prior to the start of the class or after the class concludes.
Class Purchase Cancellation Policy:
Once you begin taking courses you will only be eligible for a refund minus full cost of courses already taken.
Instructor Program Graduation Requirements:
Instructor Candidates who have successfully completed all following, with a 90% or higher, will be presented their certifications and become eligible for instructor status (eligibility status does not guarantee a position at the Pathfinder School). We will expect classes to be completed at an instructor level, not a student level. Classes in bold are included in the Bundle Package.
- Basic Class
- Intermediate Class
- Advance Class
- (2) Elective Courses (any other class but the Intro to Survival class)
- 40 hours of OJT (on-the-job training)
- Certified in Wilderness First Aid
- Final Evaluation at higher-level course by Pathfinder Staff.
Wilderness Survival Instructor Training & Certification Program
Bundle Package includes:
- Pathfinder Basic Course (3 Training Days)
- Pathfinder Intermediate Course (4 Training Days)
- Pathfinder Advanced Course (5 Training Days)
- Final Instructor Evaluation
Required Gear Lists will be found on the specific class pages.
Contact Dave Canterbury for further course and program information at pathfindersurvival@gmail.com
Note: After purchasing the Bundle Package, the student will be required to contact Larry Catt at larry@sroutfitters.net to sign up for your Basic, Intermediate, and Advance class that will best accommodate their schedule (see the current school calendar here). Each student is responsible for his or her own travel & personal expenses along with hotel accommodations between classes.
Due to property insurance restrictions: There will be NO camping on the school property prior to the start of the class or after the class concludes.
Class Purchase Cancellation Policy:
Once you begin taking courses you will only be eligible for a refund minus full cost of courses already taken.
Instructor Program Graduation Requirements:
Instructor Candidates who have successfully completed all following, with a 90% or higher, will be presented their certifications and become eligible for instructor status (eligibility status does not guarantee a position at the Pathfinder School). We will expect classes to be completed at an instructor level, not a student level. Classes in bold are included in the Bundle Package.
- Basic Class
- Intermediate Class
- Advance Class
- (2) Elective Courses (any other class but the Intro to Survival class)
- 40 hours of OJT (on-the-job training)
- Certified in Wilderness First Aid
- Final Evaluation at higher-level course by Pathfinder Staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 have a retail store? No, we are online only.
Can I request personal modifications or customizations on a PKS Knife?
- We are sorry but no.
What time zone is your sales and promotions based on?
- Eastern Standard Time.
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).
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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 Outfitters6050 Churchman BypassIndianapolis, IN 46203Attn: New Return
- Drop Ship items are not returnable, and all sales are final except is 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.
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