Florida Wilderness Survival Courses

I enjoyed the course a lot, learned a lot, and really valued the experience. I think your view on priorities, your discussion of some fanciful common ideas (like
edible plants), and general approach will help me immensely in hiking and in life. - Chris R., Attorney

I just wanted to say to you and Francine thank you for everything the two of you provided me. I doubt I will ever forget that weekend nor will I ever forget your
wise and insightful instruction. Since we left, we have been thrown back into the world of business and schedules, and the whole time we longed to be back
in the woods practicing the techniques you taught us. From firecraft, knots and practicalities to observation, self-reliance and even the craft of walking quietly
enough to catch the chorus of singing frogs, you have educated us on the world around us. As soon as I returned I got a chance to write about our
experience in my blog: http://wadeberryadventures.wordpress.com/2009/05/05/a-positive-attitude-and-some-550-cord-never-hurts/
- Wade B., Marketing Coordinator

Just wanted to drop you a quick line and let you know how much I enjoyed the weekend. It definitely ranks as one of the most awesome things I have ever
done. I was never a real good student in school; I was more of a do-er than a learner. I was the kid that broke away from the pack, did my own thing, and
usually wound up injured or arrested. I feel that I learned more in that short weekend than I did in four years of high school. Anyway, long and short of the
whole deal, you are about the baddest *ss dude I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. And, trust me, I know some pretty ornery SOB's. So thanks again to
both you and Francine for everything. - Ray B., Load Foreman

The obvious value of what you taught us and instilled in us over the weekend has had time to settle in and I have to say I am eternally grateful. For what it's
worth I wrote up an article for my site on my experience and hopefully it will serve to convince anyone that comes across it to attend your school. Here it is:
http://sursussel.wordpress.com/2009/03/23/byron-kerns-survival-school-bodacious/#more-510 Again, speaking for the newfound safety of my family, a
heartfelt thanks to you and Francine. You have given me and my family, and anyone I come across that needs help, something that cannot be bought in a
store. We cannot thank you enough. - James M., Internet Information Security

"Just wanted to pass along a special thank you for this past weekend out in the Carlton
reserve in Sarasota. Having the opportunity to be with and learn the outdoors from you
and Francine continues to be very special for me. The knowledge that you impart
continues to build my confidence in the outdoors. You sharing your love and knowlege
about "Positive Mental Attitude" has uplifted me in ways that I cannot describe to you.
It is my hope that I will again be able to experience another trip with you in the near
future. Taking my kids camping this weekend, and I am excited to get them involved
with enjoying and respecting the outdoors. Again, thank you for giving me your time
and knowledge. It continues to be BODACIOUS!!" - Lou L., Asst. H.S. Principal