Preparedness is Not Just a Gear List, it's a System!

Ready to master the skills to keep you safe in the wilderness?

The Prepared Hiker System

A Hiker's Guide to Wilderness Safety

Designed by a New Hampshire and Maine Guide, this course is for anyone who may not really know what to do with that lighter or compass, and wants to gain the confidence to stay calm and make effective decisions during an emergency. It's time to go on your hike feeling confident in your ability to tackle unexpected situations, so all that's left to do is enjoy being in nature!

A $600 Value for an Introductory Rate of $97!

7 DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE

Don’t Risk Safety on Your Next Adventure

What could happen if you're not fully prepared?

  • Struggle to navigate unknown terrains.

  • Encounter emergencies without knowledge.

  • Lack the skills to lead a group.

  • Miss out on enjoyable outdoor adventures.

Master Essential Hiking Skills

Transform your hikes into stress-free adventures.

  • Learn navigation techniques from home.

  • Acquire survival skills for unexpected situations.

  • Gain confidence to hike alone or lead a group.

  • Enjoy peace of mind in the great outdoors.

The Prepared Hiker System

A comprehensive system for all the skills you may need on the trail. From planning a trip to tackling an unexpected overnight, it's all right here delivered in short, easy to follow video lessons. Including 8 hours of video content, our Trip Planner Tool, easy to print PDF downloads, and the peace of mind knowing you can make it back to your car every time!

11 Modules

1. Introduction

2. How to Plan a Trip: Use our Trip Planning Tool to ensure you are familiar with your route, and others know where you are.

3. What to Carry: Build an efficient gear system that you can count on

4. How to Navigate: Become proficient with your map and compass

5. Understanding Weather: Learn how to make your own weather predictions on the trail

6. Trail Skills: Purify water, fit your pack, hike efficiently, handle stream crossings and so much more!

7. Fire: Learn how to quickly start a fire with minimal tools in any weather

8. Knots: Knowing your knots will ensure you can build an effective tarp shelter every time

9. Shelter: Knowing how to build a lightweight tarp shelter is essential for a safe, unexpected overnight in the woods

10. Leadership, Risk & Decision Making: Go from following along to leading!

11. Contingencies: Learn what to do when things go wrong. Survival skills training designed specifically for hikers

Meet Your Instructor

My name is Shaun Flynn and I am a New Hampshire and Maine Guide.

Like everyone, I started off knowing absolutely nothing about hiking or survival skills. Over the last 20 years I have researched, tested and developed a system that has allowed me to adventure confidently and efficiently in the backcountry and now guide other people as well.

And guess what the #1 thing I've learned throughout this entire journey is...?  Really being prepared is more than just carrying the right stuff, it also means knowing how to use it! But once you have a set of fundamental skills and knowledge to compliment your gear, the sky is the limit as far as what wild places you are able to see. And that right there is what inspired me to create The Prepared Hiker System. So that people can learn the skills they need to adventure confidently and connect with nature, no matter what their experience or skill level!

This course is built for one reason, to help people just like you develop their own system that will be the foundation for all of their outdoor pursuits. I hope you're as excited as I am for you to begin this journey! 

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!

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!

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