Welcome to Young Bushcrafters
Explore Our Classes in Chattanooga, Tn
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Bushcraft 101 A
$540
Ages 5-11
Audabon Acres
900 N Sactuary Rd, Chattanooga, Tn 37421
Fridays 1:30pm-3:30pm
8/22 - The Top 5 Survival Needs / Tarp shelters
8/29 - Natural Shelters
9/5 - Friction Fires / Campfire Apples
9/12 - Plant identification
9/19 - Basket Weaving (Parent + Child Class)
9/26 - Traps / Water Purification
10/3 - Natural Tie Dye
10/10 - Track + Reptie Identification
10/17 - Fall Break
10/24 - Pumpkin Fairy houses + Campfire Cooking
10/31 - Spoon Carving
11/7 - The Great Bushcraft Challenge
11/14 - Graduation + Forest Feast
Bushcraft 101 B
$540
Ages 5-11
Audabon Acres
900 N Sactuary Rd, Chattanooga, Tn 37421
Fridays 4:00pm-6:00pm
22 - Leather Sling
8/29 - Natural Remedies
9/5 - Tree Identification Hike
9/12 - Fish/ Crayfish Traps (Parent + Child Class)
9/19 - Primitive Fishing (Alternative Location)
9/26 - Water Purification
10/3 - Bird identification
10/10 - Clay Work
10/17 - Fall Break
10/24 - Wilderness First Aid
10/31 - Kuksas (Parent + Child Class)
11/17 - The Great Bushcraft Challenge
11/14 - Graduation + Forest Feast
Bushmasters Middle School
$540
Ages 11-14
Audabon Acres
900 N Sactuary Rd, Chattanooga, Tn 37421
Thursdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm
8/21 - Advanced Survival Shelters I
8/28 - Advanced Survival Shelters II
9/4 - Friction Fires I
9/11 - Friction Fires II
9/18 - Land Navigation
9/25 - Traps + Snares
10/2 - Fish + Crayfish Traps
10/9 - Primitive Fishing + Cast nets
10/16 - Fall Break
10/23 - Spoon + Spatula Carving
10/30 - Bushcraft Tools
11/16 - The Great Bushcraft Challenge
11/13 - Graduation + Forest Feast
Meet Your
Instructors
Hi! We're Steve + Sarah DeLotelle! We met at Lee University in 2007 and immediately bonded over a love for rock climbing, camping, and exploring nature! After getting married, Steve earned a masters in counseling and spend a decade in wilderness therapy, while I (Sarah) worked as a youth minister. We homeschool our three kids who continually teach us about wonder and adventure. Young Bushcrafters was started because we are passionate about seeing youth thrive in a wilderness setting! Our hope is that bushcrafting will be a source of confidence and joy throughout your child's life!
Reviews We Love
"This is the best thing our kids said they did all year. Our three kids each have an area they love - from survival techniques to the animal lover to the crafty nature explorer - they each got to learn skills they use all the time now. Sarah and Steve do an amazing job at working with several age levels at once and keeping everyone engaged on their level. It's truly a gift!"
Mike and Julia
"Sarah and Steve led each class will a gentle, calming presence that made my children feel comfortable. They were attuned to the needs and interests of every individual. After each class, my children came home and practiced the skills they learned from Steve and Sarah. We will definitely be back!"
Kristen
"My kids learned so many skills in Young Bushcrafters that they will be able to carry with them for life! I was amazed at some of the things they crafted and came home with: hand carved spoons, willow woven baskets, natural dyed bandanas, fish pots, and clay pots. Their favorite unit was definitely spoon carving which means they made a great many more at home! Sarah and Steve are trustworthy, kind leaders with a great knowledge base. I recommend this class to any youth or child looking to learn more about the outdoors!"
Bethany
Information
Cost
All 12 week classes are $540 total. There is a $90 non-refundable downpayment unpon registration that goes towards your final ballance. The cost for the class is $540 regaurdless of attendance. Payment must be made in full or in monthly payments of $150 on 8/29, 9/26, 10/31.
Leadership + Location
Classes are led by Steve + Sarah DeLotelle and are held at Audabon Acres. We will not have additional satellite classes this semester, but will in the future. Previous locations have included Trenton, Chickamauga, and Hixson.
Class Size
Classes are between 15-18 students.
Class Order
Bushcraft A and B can be done in any order, though we do recommend starting with A.
Can Parents Attend With Their Child?
Parents are welcome to stay and learn along side their child or watch from a distance. A parent’s participation can sometimes hinder new relationships with peers, so we invite you to consider your goals your child and the class.
Class Cancelations
Classes are held rain or shine in most cases. Audabon Acres has a building we will meet in if storms are forcasted. If a class is canceled, a makeup class will be offered.