Outdoor Hacks for Beginners
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Outdoor Hacks for Beginners

Get away from the commotion and spend time in nature. Attend our three-day Outdoor Hacks for Beginners camp to get the experience of cooking over a campfire or erecting a tent. Make friends, have fun, and relax under the stars. Enjoy the moment to unwind and feel good.

Jan 30, 2026 – Feb 1, 2026
Nam Sơn, Hanoi, Vietnam

About The Program

Get away from the commotion and spend time in nature. Attend our three-day Outdoor Hacks for Beginners camp to get the experience of cooking over a campfire or erecting a tent. Make friends, have fun, and relax under the stars. Enjoy the moment to unwind and feel good.

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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Every stage of the program is structured to build confidence and applied learning.

Participants move through the experience with a cohort built for collaboration.

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