What would it take to survive in some of the world's most challenging environments?
 
The Wilderness Survival Series: On the Trail Journal is an immersive, cross-curricular learning experience that explores survival through the lens of geography, science, design, technology, art, and critical thinking.
 
Learners journey through a range of biomes including deserts, mountains, forests, bushland, islands, tundra, and waterways while investigating the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to survive in each environment.
 
Throughout the journal, students will:
• Research real-world survival concepts
• Compare Australian and global environments
• Complete design challenges
• Investigate food and water sources
• Explore navigation skills
• Study famous survivalists
• Engage with media and recommended resources
• Record observations, ideas, drawings, and reflections
 
Designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and independent learning, this resource provides a flexible framework that can be adapted to suit different ages, interests, and learning contexts.
 
Ideal for homeschool families, project-based learning environments, nature studies, outdoor education programs, and learners fascinated by adventure and survival.
 
Recommended Age Range: 8–16 years
Pages: 98
Format: Digital PDF