Lightfighter Intro
Lightfighter Intro is a contiguous two and a half day (42hr) introduction to fieldcraft, with a focus on selection and usage of kit, in a more relaxed and administrative style learning environment. Future courses will build off this foundation, and be performed in a more tactical setting.
The course content will allow participants to learn about equipment, basic fieldcraft, and establish a strong foundation on how to live out of a ruck for a short duration. It is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to get started or improve their fundamental skills for backpacking, backwoods hunting, and tactical camping.
MILITARY MEMBERS: If you are an active member of the military, and wish to come practice your trade, you’re invited to attend the course free of charge. We recognize that the training time made available, particularly to the Reserves, is extremely limited, and typically focuses on checking off boxes rather than honing these essential fieldcraft skills.
Lightfighter Intro is a contiguous two and a half day (42hr) introduction to fieldcraft, with a focus on selection and usage of kit, in a more relaxed and administrative style learning environment. Future courses will build off this foundation, and be performed in a more tactical setting.
The course content will allow participants to learn about equipment, basic fieldcraft, and establish a strong foundation on how to live out of a ruck for a short duration. It is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to get started or improve their fundamental skills for backpacking, backwoods hunting, and tactical camping.
MILITARY MEMBERS: If you are an active member of the military, and wish to come practice your trade, you’re invited to attend the course free of charge. We recognize that the training time made available, particularly to the Reserves, is extremely limited, and typically focuses on checking off boxes rather than honing these essential fieldcraft skills.
Lightfighter Intro is a contiguous two and a half day (42hr) introduction to fieldcraft, with a focus on selection and usage of kit, in a more relaxed and administrative style learning environment. Future courses will build off this foundation, and be performed in a more tactical setting.
The course content will allow participants to learn about equipment, basic fieldcraft, and establish a strong foundation on how to live out of a ruck for a short duration. It is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to get started or improve their fundamental skills for backpacking, backwoods hunting, and tactical camping.
MILITARY MEMBERS: If you are an active member of the military, and wish to come practice your trade, you’re invited to attend the course free of charge. We recognize that the training time made available, particularly to the Reserves, is extremely limited, and typically focuses on checking off boxes rather than honing these essential fieldcraft skills.
Pre-Requisites: None
Location: Kelowna, BC (Joe Rich Sportsman’s Association)
Duration: 42 hours (2.5 days)
Training Points:
-Setting up half shelters
-Balancing & packing a ruck
-Levels of kit (1st line through 3rd Line)
-Water sourcing & cleansing
-Meal planning & food management
-Field Hygiene
-Clothing, layers & sock system management
Cursory Kit Requirements:
-Rucksack (50L+)
-Personal tarp shelter (4x8 or similar)
-Bivvy bag (recommended)
-Sleeping bag (seasonal appropriate)
-Sleeping mat
-Wet & cold weather layers
-Backpacking friendly meals (MRE, dehydrated, etc)
-5-6L water capacity (at least 1-2L in hard sided bottle/canteen)
-Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK)
-Non-restricted long gun (no ammunition)
-Fighting rig & belt, bino harness, or preferred bush set up (optional)
We recognize not everyone may have every piece of gear when first getting started. If there’s something that you are missing, please reach out and we can accommodate and/or find a loaner for you.
OFFSPECWAR has 4 loaner rucksacks available for use, first come first served.
