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Shelter Building

Shelter building is a fundamental skill for a guide anywhere in the world.  Tarps are light and versatile, making it a perfect fit for one of the 10 essential pieces of gear to bring in the backcountry. They can be set up in minutes to provide shelter from the elements. In order for our students to become experts in shelter set up, we camp only in tarps for the entire year. As part of our survival skills course we also learn the basics of natural shelter building.

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Living in Metchosin

By adminwac

Posted June 16, 2014

Modified August 19, 2021

Metchosin is a serene community located in the Westshore, 20 minutes from Westcoast Adventure College in Sooke. Metchosin is a community with winding rural roads, cultivated…

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Students-Goofing Around!

By adminwac

Posted January 11, 2014

Modified January 21, 2014

This is why we do it…. Our awesome students! The course is hard work, but we always make time to have some fun!

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Living in Langford

By adminwac

Posted June 13, 2014

Modified June 13, 2014

Langford is the urban core of the Westshore, located 25 minutes from West Coast Adventure College in Sooke. Langford is a bustling community with endless amenities,…

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