Course Overview: SOLO’s Introduction to winter survival is a two-day course aimed at the novice survivalist and avid outdoors enthusiast. This course will cover the essentials of survival in a winter climate. Taught by experts in the field of survival and wilderness medicine you will have a chance to practice all the skills covered. You will spend much of your class time outside building various shelters, fire types, and understanding the mental attitude necessary to survive. Staying alive in an emergency is about preparation. Are you prepared? The SOLO Schools Winter Survival course is a comprehensive 16-hour program delivered over two days.

Where: SOLO Home Campus in Conway, NH

Dates: Saturday, February 14, 2026 and Sunday, February 15, 2026 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cost: $375 (Includes lodging and access to a refrigerator and microwave) 

Do you have the skills and knowledge to use and adapt your equipment to meet your basic survival needs of Shelter, Fire, Water, and Food?   

If you’ve taken a Wilderness Medicine Class, then you know how to take care of yourself or someone else when a medical emergency occurs in the wilderness. The next question should be, “Can I take care of myself if I have to spend an unplanned night in the backcountry?”.  If you have to think about that answer, then come learn how to safely spend the night in the back country when an emergency occurs. This two-day course will focus on the critical skills needed to remain overnight with minimal gear. It is designed for everyone who spends time in the backcountry. When you go out for a "Day Trip", do you carry the bare essentials in your pack to remain overnight for 24, 48, or 72 hours?  This course will teach you how to meet those needs and give you the confidence to safely recreate in remote areas.

This class will be conducted outdoors, please dress appropriately for the season.

Gear List 

• Day pack and equipment that you might typically carry (min. 24 liters) 

• Winter (Snow) and Raingear (Top and Bottom)

• Winter Hat and Gloves

• Non-insulated metal water bottle or a small metal pot to boil water in

• Plate, bowl, fork, spoon, and cup

• Sharp knife, fixed blade (non-folding)

• Cheap Tarp 8’x10’

• Flashlight or headlamp

• Pen and notepad

• Personal first aid kit

• Sleeping bag and sleeping pad

• Food (meals are not provided during this course)

Be prepared to be outside the majority of the day, no matter the weather.

If you are having challenges with booking, please visit the following: https://www.bookeo.com/solonh