You will be empowered with the knowledge you need to avoid high-risk solutions for low-risk problems. At Gut-Z Journey, we teach you the ‘why’ behind decision-making in the field. The skills you’ll gain from our courses will therefore be incredibly practical and long-lasting.

Come enjoy the start of summer nestled between snowcapped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. This course will be outside of Mammoth Lakes, the world class ski and mountain bike town.
You will be empowered with the knowledge you need to avoid high-risk solutions for low-risk problems. At Gut-Z Journey, we teach you the ‘why’ behind decision-making in the field. The skills you’ll gain from our courses will therefore be incredibly practical and long-lasting.

You will be empowered with the knowledge you need to avoid high-risk solutions for low-risk problems. At Gut-Z Journey, we teach you the ‘why’ behind decision-making in the field. The skills you’ll gain from our courses will therefore be incredibly practical and long-lasting.

Lodging available on site in heated yurts, cabins, or camp on site depending on the season.  Lodging/camping includes showers and kitchen.  Our beautiful private facility borders National Forest but is only 10 minutes from town.  Lodging/camping fees are paid directly to host facility, contact information for lodging will be sent upon registration.  Numerous hotels, and other rentals nearby.  Dispersed camping 10-20 minutes away.

This course takes place at an outdoor education centre in Schomberg, Ontario — 45 minutes from downtown Toronto and 30 minutes from Pearson Airport (YYZ).

Local students can commute. If you’re coming from out of town, the closest hotels are in Bolton, 10 minutes away. Other lodging options nearby include house and room rentals and B&B’s.

The great location for hands-on training has a spacious classroom and 260+ acres of woods and trails.

**Course dates are 04/12/25 – 04/15/25 & 04/24/25 – 04/27/25**

Taught in English.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC.

Accommodation options: A) Onsite shared lodging for $29/night includes fully equipped kitchen, bedding, wifi, comfortable and fun common areas, fire pits, and surrounded by beautiful nature, B) Book a private hotel or Airbnb, C) Commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional pick-up and drop-off at Ottawa airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way.

See the Boreal River Rescue website for details.

There is 1 spot left as of March 29th.

Take your wilderness skills to the next level in the outdoor mecca of the Eastern Sierra. With snow-capped mountains, skiing, climbing, and camping galore, it’s a great place to soak in new skills.

Most of our students capitalize on the numerous dispersed camping options the Eastern Sierra has to offer!

This course is being held at the Crowley Lake Community Center (15 miles south of the incorporated town of Mammoth Lakes, CA).

Taught in English.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC.

Accommodation options: A) Onsite shared lodging for $29/night includes fully equipped kitchen, bedding, wifi, comfortable and fun common areas, fire pits, and surrounded by beautiful nature, B) Book a private hotel or Airbnb, C) Commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional pick-up and drop-off at Ottawa airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way.

See the Boreal River Rescue website for details.