Wilderness Survival Course in Sweden
Maximum of 4 people per trip.
Join Lucas in remote areas of the counties surrounding Stockholm, Sweden to develop your basic outdoor skills. Through hands-on learning, you will forge a solid basic foundation in navigation, fire starting, shelter, plant knowledge, wild foods, and fishing, depending on the length of the excursion. All necessary gear is included except for your clothing! You can book a trip lasting between 1-4 days.
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Trip Details
Everything you need to know for planning your trip can be found below. If you want assistance or have any questions, write to us at info@learntheland.se!
Q: What if there's a fire ban?
A: The trip will still run in the case of a fire ban, though we will adjust accordingly with respect to how we cook. Fires will be practiced and extinguished in safe areas, and cooking will take place on a gas stove.
Q: Do I need to bring my own gear?
A: All strictly necessary gear, other than clothing and footwear, is provided.
Q: Is tipping expected?
A: There is no expectation of tipping, and you can always show appreciation by leaving us a review or referring us to friends. However, gratuities are gratefully accepted and belong fully to your guide.
Example Itinerary for a 3-day trip. Activities will vary depending on the length of your booking.
The Start of the Journey
After we meet at 8:45 AM at Söderarmsvägen 26 in Stockholm, it's time to hit the road. Once we arrive, we hit the ground running with map and compass navigation to our base camp. You'll learn bits about wildlife tracking, plants, and mushrooms along the way. Once we arrive at camp, we will learn and extensively practice the art of fire building and cook dinner over the campfire.
Settling in at Base Camp
Day 2 is all about learning the essential skills of shelter building and fishing. Awakened by the calls of birdlife, you’ll start the day by lighting a fire to boil water and enjoying a well-earned cup of coffee. From there, you’ll dive into constructing an emergency shelter to protect yourself from the elements and familiarizing yourself with the realities of wild food through fishing and foraging—a rewarding day of practical survival and connection with nature.
Our Final Day in the Wild
After the previous 2 days of instruction in nature, you will now have more time to put your new skills to use. We will once again start the day by boiling water after you start a fire and gather wood. There will be time for more foraging wild edibles, fishing, practicing starting fires, and learning more about different ways to use the plants that surround you. Around noon, we will take a closer look at the skill of packing a backpack for a multi-day trip, and then you will navigate us back to the car.
Our Team and Testimonials
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With years of experience in the outdoors and as a wilderness guide, Lucas has honed his knowledge in fishing, foraging, wildlife tracking, fire building, and navigation. As a certified Wilderness First Responder since 2019, Lucas brings a strong focus on safety to every course he leads.
Lucas’ teaching style is grounded in simplicity. He breaks down complex skills into practical principles, ensuring participants leave with real, hands-on experience they can rely on. Known for his welcoming personality and approachable demeanor, Lucas creates a relaxed and enjoyable learning environment where safety always comes first. Whether you're new to the outdoors or looking to deepen your skillset, Lucas is passionate about helping people connect with nature and build confidence in the wild.
Lucas Pflueger Sanz, Instructor
My 3-day survival course in the Swedish woods was both challenging and fun. Under Lucas’s experienced guidance, I quickly picked up previously foreign skills like foraging, compass navigation, fire-making, and shelter building. His instructions were clear and easy to follow… and he even speaks Portuguese! I expected to be hungry and cold, but Lucas ensured we had plenty of food. Exploring the woods, identifying edible plants, and cooking a campfire meal after catching a pike and perch were highlights of the trip. Overall, it was a memorable experience that pushed me out of my comfort zone… perfect for anyone looking to build outdoor confidence and learn new skills.
Vasco Pedro, Participant
The 3-day survival course in Sörmland was a challenging but rewarding experience where I learned essential survival skills. Lucas, the instructor, is incredibly knowledgeable and made the course accessible, even for beginners. I gained confidence in skills like shelter building, fire-starting, and navigation, thanks to personalized guidance… Lucas showed his dedication by sleeping in the shelter we built in 3°C October weather. The equipment was excellent, and while most meals were basic, the vegetable stew, pike, mushrooms, and berries made it very enjoyable. The course was well-structured but physically demanding… navigating off-trail through rocky forest was tiring. Lucas even flushed debris from my eye after I walked into a branch! If you’re adventurous and up for a challenge, I highly recommend it!
Anh Dang, Participant
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