
Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County
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Is Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County worth booking?
Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County is a 5-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $145 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $145 per person
Learn the ancient skills of survival in the woods, including how to build a shelter, gather water, make a fire, and forage edible plants or set up traps for food. Both novice campers and seasoned backpackers will benefit
What you get
About this experience
Learn the ancient skills of survival in the woods, including how to build a shelter, gather water, make a fire, and forage edible plants or set up traps for food. Both novice campers and seasoned backpackers will benefit from hands-on activities during this 5-hour class with a naturalist instructor. The session takes place in a redwood forest of Marin County, located north of San Francisco.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Francisco
Heading north on Sir Francis Drake Blvd out of Fairfax, Camp Arequipa will be on your left. If you see the entrance to Camp Bothin (also called Bothin Youth Center), you've gone just about 1/2 mile too far.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Heading north on Sir Francis Drake Blvd out of Fairfax, Camp Arequipa will be on your left. If you see the entrance to Camp Bothin (also called Bothin Youth Center), you've gone just about 1/2 mile too far.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Adventure Out LLC
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent experience!
The instructor Jack Harrison clearly knew his stuff. He gave a lot of real and applicable advice. The instructor was friendly and entertaining as well. The course itself was exactly as stated in the description. It was guided, but hands-on. It was very gratifying to actually make fire out of sticks and build an emergency shelter. Can't wait for my next survival course!
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review! Please come back soon!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Francisco.
How much does Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County cost?
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Prices start at $145 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Francisco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Francisco is not rushed.
Is Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Francisco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Francisco and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Francisco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Francisco?
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San Francisco packs Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Napa and the bay into day-trip range, which makes booking order matter more than anywhere else in the US. Alcatraz sells out weeks ahead, wine-country vans fill on weekends, and the best food walks in the Mission and Chinatown cap at a dozen people. Our ranking favours small groups and guides who live in the neighbourhood they walk. On Outty we rank every San Francisco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz, Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Francisco?
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September and October, the city's real summer, once the fog season breaks. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Francisco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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