Outdoor Adult Training: Fire, Cooking, and Rustic - Vernon Hills, IL 2026

THIS IS A BLENDED LEARNING COURSE! Online components of Outdoor Cooking and Rustic Camping must be completed before this in-person session. Please bring proof of online completion to the in-person session. This session serves as a practical complement to the required gsLearn online course Outdoor Cooking & Rustic Camping, focusing on hands-on practice and experiential learning. What You Will Learn: Edible Fires and Firewood: Gain confidence in teaching edible fires and sorting various types of firewood essential for outdoor cooking. Learn techniques for starting and maintaining fires specifically for stick cooking. Teaching Tips and Involving Campers: Acquire practical tips and tricks for teaching outdoor cooking and engaging campers in the process, enhancing their outdoor skills through interactive progressions. Camp Stove Setup and Operation: Master the setup and lighting of camp stoves, ensuring proficiency in using alternative cooking methods beyond traditional fires. Useful Knots for Camping: Learn essential knots relevant to outdoor activities, ensuring safety and efficiency in various camping scenarios. Cooking Over an Open Fire: Practice cooking a meal over an open fire and using charcoal, exploring different techniques and recipes suitable for outdoor settings. Sanitation Practices: Review proper techniques for washing dishes in wilderness environments, ensuring sanitation and hygiene for all campers. This session is tailored for adult troop volunteers preparing to lead camping trips in platform tents, cabins, yurts, or similar settings, aiming to go beyond basic outdoor cooking skills.

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August 30, 2026

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Vernon Hills Gathering Place

650 N. Lakeview Parkway Wilcox Room Vernon Hills, IL 60061
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