Outdoor Hacks for Beginners

An entertaining educational program for outdoor beginners. Here, you will get a first feeling for the great outdoors, meet new friends, and learn cool stuff. We'll play fun games that bring everyone together. You'll also learn basic camping skills like setting up a tent and making a fire. And don't forget our sharing circle, where you are free to share what’s going on inside yourself and hear others' stories. It's not just a break—it's a chance to unwind your body, mind and soul.

• Fun games: Teamwork and collaboration,
• Basic camp skill: set up a tent, make fire, find water,
• Sharing circle: Participants can share their personal stories and aspirations.

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Facilitators:

• Dominik Kron: An experienced outdoor guide ranging from European forests to Southeast Asian jungles, Dominik is passionate about sharing nature's grounding power. He uses a calm, caring approach to help participants feel safe and comfortable exploring the natural world. Currently, he is focused on bringing empowerment and learning opportunities to young adults in Vietnam.

   

• Vati Pham: An outdoor enthusiast with experience ranging from Utah's canyons to Cambodia's jungles, Vati finds peace in nature. She is passionate about outdoor education, including well-being, survival skills, and craft-making. Her motivating philosophy is to ‘be a main character in your life.’

Language:

English

Eligibilities:

• Between 18 and 30 of age,
• Want to engage with like-minded people,
• Have an open-mind to share experiences.

Number of participants:

8 - 14 people

What's included:

• Facilitation costs,
• Camp ground fees,
• Fees for renting equipment,
• Food (for entire camp),
• First Aid set,
• Insurance.

What's not included:

• Travel to/from meeting point
• Visa fees, vaccinations
• Personal outdoor equipment
• Warm winter clothes + blankets
• Personal Medication
• Breakfast on the first day & dinner on the last day

Payment Methods:

Transfer to our bank account and send proof of your transection:

• Account Name: DOMINIK KRON
• Account Number: 9021260979794
• Bank Name: BVBank (Ngân hàng TMCP Bản Việt)
• Branch: Hồ Chí Minh

Other Important Information:

50% Scholarships via donor-subsidy from German Government is available: only for Vietnamese and SAARC citizen.

To apply for the mentioned scholarship, download the application here, fill in the application and submit it to our email info@yep-academy.org by the 11th January 2026.

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