The Philosophy series takes folks pretty deep down the rabbit hole, but it is based on creating reproducible results. As of this writing, we are on day two of the first course in the philosophy series, “Reclaiming and Maintaining Sacred Fire”, soon to just be called “Sacred Fire” course. The primary focus of the course is to better define and create an action plan toward ones own “vision” or “purpose” and the application of processes, tools, and recovery strategies to increase individual growth and development on their personal path. We’re having great success and feed back from the participants after each skill session. A great opportunity to evolve beyond the blindfolded string and drum stalk toward tools that can be used both in and out of the woods. Blindfolded shelter location stalk, Dowsing for Water, and Intuitive Tinder Gathering are exercises that work the edge of most peoples comfort zone, but produce undeniable results. We are engaging students of yoga as well as seasoned hunters in dynamic movement exercises using fluidity and bird alarms as diagnostic feedback tools to create a solid foundation for the more meditative disciplines ( which are part of what is in store for tomorrow).
The Philosophy Series
About the Author: Michael Douglas
Michael Douglas, the founder and director of Maine Primitive Skills School, brings unparalleled expertise to this transformative program. Michael founded the school in 1989, making it the oldest survival, tracking, and primitive skills school in New England. As a student of Tom Brown Jr., a global expert in tracking and wilderness skills, Michael's knowledge is steeped in generations of learning and mentoring. His extensive background includes training in American Judo, Kempo Karate, Wing Chun Kung-Fu, Philippine knife and stick fighting, Ju-Jitsu, American boxing, Muay Thai, and SCARS. A former Marine and martial arts expert, Michael trains the military, advises on nature documentaries, and prepares contestants for survival TV shows. He has lived in a survival shelter for over two years, hidden in the woods. Continuously seeking new skills and relationships with Indigenous cultures worldwide, Michael teaches and lectures globally, setting the standard in the field. Many of his students have gone on to start their own schools, and he has mentored over 36 Eagle Scouts. Michael is also a much-loved and respected leader, mentor and outdoorsman within his community.
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