They Tell You to Carry the 10 Essentials.
Nobody Teaches You How to Use Them.
Learn the skills that turns gear into confidence - navigation, weather, trip planing, survival skills & decision-making
Master the Prepared Hiker System in one weekend
$69 - Lifetime Access
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$69 once. Lifetime access. 200+ hikers trained
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"Before it got too dark to see the landmarks, I shot a compass azimuth to the saddle below. I didn't have to rely on memory alone to get down safely."
— Keith P., Mt. Katahdin
"I was able to make a weather call while hiking using what I learned. A storm was rolling in, but I recognized the cloud signs and made it back to my car before it hit.”
-Verified student
"I've been waiting for a course like this, can't wait to improve my gear now that I know how to use it in an emergency" -Tracy V.
$69 once. Lifetime access. 200+ hikers trained
7-day money-back guarantee
Lets be honest.
Most hiker are underprepared - even the ones with expensive gear
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Your phone is NOT a reliable navigation system
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Search & Rescue can't reach you immediately
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Small mistakes turn into big problems fast
And yet nobody teaches a system for handling real situations...
until now.
Introducing THE PREPARED HIKER SYSTEM
The only affordable online training that teaches you how to think, plan and act when things don't go according to plan.
Not fear-based.
Not gear-obsessed.
Just practical skills you can actually use.
$69 once. Lifetime access. 200+ hikers trained
7-day money-back guarantee
Objection: Can you REALLY learn this online?
Dear Adventurer,
I used to doubt that too.
I’ve taken — and taught — plenty of in-person courses.
Cold nights. Bad weather. Learning the hard way.
They were powerful experiences.
But here’s what I noticed:
Once the course ended…
Most people went home — and the skills slowly faded.
That’s why I built this differently.
You learn at your own pace.
You revisit lessons anytime.
You practice before it counts.
Each module includes simple, hands-on drills you can do at home —
so the skills stick before you’re miles from help.
This isn’t about watching videos and hoping.
It’s about building a framework you can rely on.
Because in the backcountry, confidence comes from preparation — not luck.
— Shaun
Who This Is For
Beginners who want confidence on every hike
Experienced hikers filling gaps in skills & decision-making
Anyone who hikes solo, with friends or family!
If you step off the pavement - this applies to you.
"Even though I have considerable outdoor experience, it still has taught me so much and kept my head in the game." — Keith P.
What You'll Learn
Here’s what’s inside the system:
🗺️ Trip Planning That Actually Gets Used
Know when to go, where to go, and when to turn back.
🧭 Navigation That Doesn’t Depend on Your Phone
Map, compass, GPS — and how to use them together.
⛅ Weather Awareness
Read forecasts, spot warning signs, and avoid getting surprised.
🎒 Trail & Survival Skills
Water, fire, shelter, knots, foot care, fueling, and pack setup.
🧠 Decision-Making Under Pressure
Protocols for getting lost, bad weather, injuries, and unplanned nights out.
👥 Leadership & Risk Management
Make better calls — whether you’re solo or leading others.
Biggest Win From the Course:
“I can do these skills. I never thought I could, but I just never knew how.”
– Verified student
$69 once. Lifetime access. 200+ hikers trained
7-day money-back guarantee
Whats Included:
Is This Course Worth It?
“It’s amazing. So much content. The value is way more than the price!”
–Verified student
“This course has way more value than the price you are selling it for! Other courses with less info are charging $300-$400”
–Verified student
$69 once. Lifetime access. 200+ hikers trained
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Course Curriculum:
Module 1: Introduction
What does it mean to be prepared?
What are our basic human needs?
Understanding the dangers & what can go wrong on a hike.
Building a preparedness mentality
Module 2: How to Plan a Trip
Put together a comprehensive trip plan that will keep you safe on your hikes.
Deciding where, when & why you are going on a trip
How to choose a hiking partner/group
Use our FREE trip planning tool to create PDF of your trip plan & gear list
Module 3: Choosing the RIGHT Gear
What are the principles of a gear system?
How to select clothing & footwear
Choosing the right survival gear (fire-starters, shelter components, emergency signaling tools)
Load your pack with gear that works and leave the rest at home!
Module 4: How to Navigate
How to use a compass
How to read a topographic map
Understanding map coordinate systems
How to use your phone/GPS along side your map & compass
You can be navigating in less than 2 hours!
Module 5: Understanding Weather
Where to find good weather forecasts
What makes weather work?
Reading natures weather signs
Dealing with weather emergencies
Module 6: Trail Skills
How to warm-up for a hike
How to fit & pack your backpack
Finding & Purifying Water
How to fuel your body on the trail
Dealing with water crossings
How to care for your feet on the trail
Knife use, safety & sharpening
And MORE!
Module 7: Fire
Understanding fire safety
How to start a fire with a lighter, matches & a ferrocerium rod
Make your own fire starters
Using natural fire starters
How to start a fire in wet conditions!
Module 8: Knots
Learn 7 basic knots with a ton of uses!
How to tie a ridge-line to build a tarp shelter
Knots include: Square knot, overhand fixed loop, slip knot, sheet bend, prussic, taut-line hitch & bowline
Module 9: Shelters
How to sleep in the field with no sleeping bag
How to set up 3 different tarp shelters
How to use your trekking poles to set up a tarp
Building a brush mattress
Carve your own tent stakes in the field
Module 10: Leadership
What does it take to be a leader in the backcountry?
Learn how to access & manage risk
Make better decisions under pressure with powerful decision making protocols
Understand group dynamics to make you a better leader & group member
Module 11: Contingency Protocols
What to do if you get LOST
Finding a lost group member
When should you turn back on a hike?
Dealing with an unexpected night in the field
Emergency communication & signaling
Students’ Favorite Modules:
“Navigation – most relevant to me for hiking.”
– Verified student
“The shelter-building module. You don’t think about needing it because you assume you’ll make it down the mountain the same day… but sometimes you don’t.”
– Verified student
$69 once. Lifetime access. 200+ hikers trained
7-day money-back guarantee
My first solo trip almost ended in disaster.
I made a wrong turn and didn't catch it for a full hour.
One hour hiking confidently in the wrong direction.
Deeper into the woods. Further from camp.
When I finally stopped and figured out what happened, I made it to my campsite before dark.
Barely.
But that moment changed everything.
Out there, nobody saves you from a bad decision. There's no one to ask for directions. No one to bail you out if you get disoriented, caught in weather, or hurt a mile from the trail.
You are completely responsible for knowing where you are — and how to get where you need to go.
That scared me enough to get serious.
I spent the next 20 years learning, testing, and teaching wilderness skills as a licensed guide in New Hampshire and Maine.
And I kept seeing the same pattern.
It's never the gear that fails. It's the gap between carrying the right tools and actually knowing how to use them.
That gap is what I built this system to close.
— Shaun
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this program for?
All skill levels! For beginners, you will be able to learn and adopt a complete system of gear and skills for your hikes.
For people with hiking experience, this course will fill in any gaps that may exist in your own system. Whether you are looking to learn to use a map & compass, or wanting to become a trip leader, there is something in here for you!
How long do I have access to the program & when does it start?
You will have LIFETIME access to this program!
After you sign up, you will receive an email with your login information which will grant you instant access to the Prepared Hiker System.
Can't I learn all of this on Youtube?
There is a ton of information out there, and while you can learn many of these skills in other places, you will save countless hours by working through our structured approach. Our course teaches a comprehensive system designed specifically for hikers!
Can I really learn these skills online?
YES! Our program will walk you through all of these skills step by step. Then, to help the skills stick, we offer guided practice exercises. If you need help, you can head to our private Facebook group.
The benefit of an online class over an in person program is that you can go at your pace and revisit information as needed with LIFETIME access. Not to mention, learning these skills online saves you a ton of money and time!
Real Skills. Real Situations.
Is there a guarantee?
Absolutely! The Prepared Hiker System has a 7-Day Satisfaction Guarantee. If you are not completely SATISFIED by the The Prepared Hiker System, then contact us within 7 Days for a full refund, no questions asked!
