Kenpo students have the opportunity to take part in wilderness survival courses. Topics of instructions include:

• Shelter building
• Outdoor navigation
• First aid
• Identifying edible plants
• Making snares and nets
• Fire starting
• Archery

Master Jerry Ingle taught tactical communications and survival to SEALS and other specialized units as part of his duties in the US Navy.

Sensei William Logan was part of a volunteer search and rescue team in Montana.

Instructor Seth Stoughton served as a medical officer and wilderness guide at BSA camps throughout the United States.