This Weeks: "Did You Know?" "EDIBLE DANDELIONS" Try this! Go outside, find some dandelions, pick the freshest looking leaves, perferably the young ones closest to the stem, place your collection in a pot of boiling water, let boil for 4 minutes, change water and boil again for another 4 minutes, then again for 2 minutes, drain the water. You'll be surprised how similar it is to spinach. | This Weeks: "Interesting Fact" What can a sock be used for? A: fishing net B: basket C: rope D: water filtration E: All the Above Correct Answer: See bottom of page
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Hello,
My name is Brian Beard founder and co-owner of {MOSS}. As far back as I can remember, the unique slendor of the outdoors has always been fascinating to me. Growing up in a small town allowed for plenty of time to explore, and in Missouri, the discoveries are endless. Caves, rivers, springs, plants, and animals around every bend. It wasn't until high school that I decided to take my outdoor experiences to the next level, "Survival Skills" book in one hand and, "Edible Plants of Missouri" in the other. I was a sophomore in high school spending my weekends beneath the stars; along side my best friend Andy of course. Survival trips became routine for us and the outdoors became our home. This is why I created {MOSS}. We want to share our knowledge and experiences with you, at a price you can afford. Bringing something so pure and natural into your life will never be forgotten, nor regretted. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime and an experience you will never forget. Discover the beauty of Missouri at an entirely new level. Classes will start in the Summer of 2010. For more information on how you can become a Master Survivor, and secure your seat in one of our classes, please feel free to email me at mossking@live.com.
*Pictured below (Andy)*
Courses
WEEKEND COURSE
A two day introduction about the basics of wilderness survival, food, water, and shelter.
Day 1 - the basics of shelter construction, navigation, and where to find water
Day 2 - traps, deadfalls, tracking, water purification, and edible plants
Day 3 - the basics of fire craft, bow drill, signaling, and combatives
Day 4 - wild medicines, primitive tools, pitch, students will divide into teams
Day 5 - time awareness, bow making, cordage, fishery, teams spend the night out in the elements
Day 6 - clothing, weapons, fashioned wickiups, solo night
Day 7 - group discussion, bbq, hand out completion certificates
14 DAY COURSE
All the same as 7 DAY course to include more emphasis on food, water, shelter, pitch, more nights in teams, and solo. Practice makes perfect.
20 DAY BRANDY COURSE
BRING YOUR KNIFE , A CURRENT PHYSICAL, SIGN THE INSURANCE WAIVER , LET'S GO HAVE SOME FUN.
*Completion of either the 7 day or 14 day course required for the Brandy Course*
* All Students enrolled in the Brandy Course are issued a complimentary KA-BAR*
Pictured above is the KA-BAR that will be issued to all students that enroll in the BRANDY COURSE.
Prices
WEEKEND COURSE $80 per person Max: 25 students
7 DAY COURSE $250 per person Max: 15 students
14 DAY COURSE $400 per person Max: 20 students
20 DAY BRANDY COURSE $900 per person Max: 10 students
Location, Dates and Times will be given closer to the opening of MOSS. Must be 18 or older to apply. If you have any questions e-mail me at mossking@live.com. Prices may vary with time.
Andy (right) and I (left) in a shelter we built over looking the river (2002)
Can't find the school that will teach "lost in the woods with nothing but a knife" survival?
LOOK NO FURTHER. THE BRANDY COURSE IS THE MOST PRIMITIVE COURSE IN THE WORLD!!
"Interesting Fact" answer= E: All the Above
