
The Oregon Cascades experience heavy winter rainfall and high humidity conditions—two good reasons why we offer this Advanced Fire Craft course during the wettest time of year. Creating fire in the Oregon wet is a challenge. Join us and learn how.
Fire Craft - Oregon
DETAILS
Advanced Fire Craft - Registration Open.
Location: McKenzie Bridge, OR
Dates: May 02-04, 2025
Tuition: Purchase by check $325.00. Or via PayPal $336.84
READ: Registration Policies before purchasing. Buy by check
Advanced Fire Craft Two-Day Course
I'm really excited to have so much time dedicated to just a single essential skill like fire craft ~John Butler
What to expect
- Expert Instruction: Mark will guide you through the process of creating fire in the wettest conditions, providing you with the knowledge and hands-on experience you need.
- Practical Skills: You'll learn practical techniques and strategies for fire-making that are specifically tailored to Oregon's wet climate.
- Safety First: We prioritize safety at all times. You'll receive training on fire safety and proper fire-building techniques.
- Confidence and Independence: By the end of the course, you'll gain the confidence and independence to create fire even in challenging, wet environments.
Enroll Today!
Join us and embrace the thrill of mastering this essential survival skill in the heart of the Oregon Cascades' beautiful yet challenging climate. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to conquer the elements. Enroll today!"
It’s wet and I can't start a fire!
It’s one thing to practice building a campfire during the warm and dry months of summer. But add driving rain and howling wind to the mix, and now you have perfect conditions to test and challenge your fire-making skill.
Fire Craft Mastery
The difference between an uncomfortable night out, and a life-threatening one, is your skill at making fire. Mastery empowers you for success in wet and hypothermic conditions.

I’m down to my last match!
We appreciate the skill it takes to make a fire in extreme conditions, so we prioritize learning and applying a variety of ways to make fire. We will cover wooden and paper matches, lighters, flints, and magnesium. You will learn to use plant and tree materials and where to find the best kindling and tinder.
I'm cold and sopping wet!
Understanding the mechanics and science behind fire making is important for success. We know that without enough oxygen for combustion. we will have poor results. And we also know that not having enough dry fuel will make it difficult to make a good hot fire.

"Fire Craft makes the difference! Where others fail, you will succeed" ~ Mark J. Wienert
Fire Craft
My goal is to help you build a solid foundation in emergency advanced fire making. Train in person, with Mark J. Wienert.
Registration Information
- Driving directions, gear list, start time, and forms specific to your class are provided upon registration
- No smoking
- No dogs or pets allowed on camp premises or in vehicles
- Leave No Trace: pack it in and pack it out
Location and accommodations
Cascade Camp
Welcome to Cascade Camp! Tent and car camping are available onsite at Cascade Camp. We are located approximately one hour east of Eugene, near McKenzie Bridge, OR. 97413
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Additional Information
- Students: adults and teens 16 an older with parental consent - enrollment maximum ten
- Camp duration: Friday afternoon - Sunday afternoon
- Location: east of Eugene, OR near McKenzie Bridge
- Accommodations: camping included
- Meals not provided. A recommended food and gear list will be provided upon registration.
- Equipment: an email registration packet will be supplied after enrollment
- Parking: included
- Transport: see additional services for airport & bus shuttle
- Registration policies
We reserve the right to add to or omit any of the course topics listed.