After 90 min: Ability to build and ignite a campfire using matches, a lighter, and friction methods
Learn Outdoor Skills in 90 Minutes — Nature & Adventure
Outdoor skills connect you with nature and build self-reliance in ways that modern life often misses. These 90-minute plans teach you practical outdoor abilities like hiking safely, building a fire, basic navigation, and essential camping skills. Whether you're planning your first camping trip or just want to be more comfortable in nature, these plans focus on safety, proper technique, and respect for the environment. You don't need to be an experienced outdoorsperson—just a willingness to learn and explore.
After 90 min: A thriving container garden with vegetables, herbs, or flowers requiring minimal space
After 90 min: You'll harvest fresh produce and understand plant biology through hands-on growing.
After 90 min: You'll have the skills to camp safely and comfortably, building confidence in nature.
After 90 min: You'll recognize major constellations and understand celestial mechanics.
After 90 min: You'll start fires in wet conditions and maintain them for warmth and cooking.
After 90 min: Confidence to navigate using topographic maps and a compass without GPS
After 90 min: You'll recognize local birds and appreciate their ecological roles and behaviors.
After 90 min: You'll catch fish consistently and appreciate aquatic biology and conservation.
After 90 min: You'll confidently navigate trails and find your way even when marked paths disappear.
After 90 min: You'll supplement meals with foraged foods and deepen your connection to the land.
After 90 min: Ability to identify 20 common local birds by sight and sound
After 90 min: Ability to identify major constellations, planets, and navigate using stars
After 90 min: Land your first fish using proper casting technique and basic fishing knowledge
After 90 min: Ability to safely identify and harvest 10+ edible wild plants from your region