
Kern River Valley, CA
Learning to navigate without relying on GPS isn't just an outdoor skill—it's a confidence-building survival skill that can ke...
Kern River Valley, CA

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"I took Fire Wolf Self Reliance's Map and Compass Land Navigation course and was extremely satisfied. Neil is an outstanding instructor who is knowledgeable, patient, and happy to answer every question. The course covered the fundamentals of land navigation, and then we put those skills into practice during the afternoon field exercises. We learned to set bearings, count paces, and use triangulation to determine our location on the map. I would absolutely take this course again and am very happy with my newfound navigation knowledge. Thank you, Neil!"
— Sasha
Google Review • Local Guide
"Very good clear instruction. Easily better than what basic training teaches about land navigation. Also he is very patient and goes over good fundamentals like terrain association and route planning."
"My wife and I recently attended Fire Wolf Self Reliance's Map and Compass Land Navigation course, and we couldn't be more impressed! Neil was exceptional. His patience and teaching style made the learning experience enjoyable, engaging, and easy to understand. We left feeling much more confident in our ability to navigate using a compass. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to build real outdoor navigation skills."
— John J.
Google Review
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"I enrolled in the Map and Compass Land Navigation course, and it was an amazing class. It was an engaging, hands-on experience, and I walked away with practical skills and a much deeper understanding of land navigation. Neil made using the map and compass easy to understand, and his teaching style made the learning process fun. I highly recommend Fire Wolf Self Reliance to anyone who enjoys the outdoors and wants to navigate safely and confidently without relying on technology."
— Audrey F.
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Student Story
"Before leaving the trailhead, I stopped and thought through everything I'd learned from Fire Wolf Self Reliance. When the trail disappeared under snow and the weather started moving in, I turned around instead of pushing on. That decision could have made all the difference. Thank you for teaching me and for your posts."
— Gary, Module 1 Student
"For those interested, Neil Aultman hosts a number of classes focused on navigational and wilderness survival skills. Based on Audrey's navigational skills that Neil taught her, I highly recommend. She was in the zone!"
— Andy F.
Principal Biologist
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