Duration
Varies depending on the event: 1 day to 7 days
Price
Varies depending on the event: $175 - $4200
Best For
Families • Adventure Seekers • Nature Lovers
Pro Tip
If you're doing the Father-Son weekend, bring a deck of cards or a small game for downtime around the campfire; it's a great way to connect beyond the planned activities.
About Piked Antler Survival School
Will White and his team at Piked Antler consistently earn praise for creating engaging, hands-on wilderness experiences that challenge participants while keeping things fun and accessible. Reviewers emphasize Will's teaching style—he uses mnemonics and humor to make complex survival skills memorable, even for complete novices and homebodies. Groups ranging from Scout troops to corporate teams to individual learners report gaining practical knowledge in fire-building, foraging, game processing, and wilderness navigation while building confidence and deeper connections with nature.
Amenities & Features
Don't Miss
Father & Son Adventure Weekend
This weekend provides 22 hours of focused father-son connection, teaching essential wilderness skills like knife skills, knot tying, and fire making while building lasting memories.
Ultimate 2 Day Wilderness Skills Retreat
Transform wilderness uncertainty into outdoor confidence with hands-on survival skills training, learning fire-making, shelter building, water procurement, and foraging.
Ultimate 7 Day Wilderness Skills Retreat
Push beyond basic comfort and discover your capabilities with intensive survival training, culminating in two nights of minimal support to test your skills.
Deer Processing Class
Learn how to skin, quarter, cut, and preserve venison from expert instructors, and go home with 2-5 pounds of quality aged venison.
Corporate Team Building Packages
Boost morale and sharpen problem-solving with immersive, team-building experiences in the wilderness, tailored to different intensity levels.
Exceptional Instruction from Will White
Learn from Will White, who makes survival skills accessible through humor, mnemonics, and colorful imagery that helps retention.
Know Before You Go
- Events are held in Clyde, NC and Canton, NC near Asheville, NC.
- For the Father & Son Adventure Weekend, dinner and breakfast are provided, as well as tools like pocket saws, ferro rods, and knives. Bring your ground pad, sleeping pad, and a can-do attitude.
Visitor Sentiment
Based on reviewsPiked Antler Survival School receives consistently positive feedback from visitors. Located in Clyde, it's a solid choice for the area.
Best Times to Visit Piked Antler Survival School
Visit during weekday mornings for the calmest experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Piked Antler Survival School unique?
Piked Antler Survival School focuses on 'Type 1.5 Fun,' blending enjoyment with challenge to create memorable and confidence-building wilderness experiences. Will White's teaching style uses humor and mnemonics to make survival skills accessible to everyone, even complete beginners.
Do I need prior survival experience to participate?
No prior experience is necessary. Piked Antler Survival School welcomes all skill levels, from novices to experienced outdoors enthusiasts. The instructors provide patient and supportive instruction to help everyone learn and grow.
What should I bring to the Ultimate 2 Day Wilderness Skills Retreat?
Piked Antler provides all the necessary wilderness tools, knives, and saws. Participants should bring their own tent, sleeping pad, water bottle, food, and backpack for exploring the woods.
Are the events physically demanding?
The classes are physically active but intentionally paced for learning and stamina. Expect to be on your feet for most of the day with structured breaks. Some classes, like Shelter Building, require more hands-on work and physical exertion.
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Piked Antler Survival School receives consistently positive feedback from visitors. Located in Clyde, it's a solid choice for the area.
Last Updated Dec 27, 2025
29 Rose Hill Dr Clyde NC 28721
29 Rose Hill Dr Clyde NC 28721
Clyde
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