You're Not Just Carrying Gear—You're Carrying a Calling
- Jason Hunt, Ph.D.
- May 29
- 2 min read

Building a Life of Impact Through Outdoor Skills and Kingdom Purpose
There’s something sacred about the wilderness. The rustle of leaves beneath your boots. The crackle of a campfire at dusk. The smell of waxed canvas weathered by the elements.
But for some of us, it’s more than scenery. It’s a sanctuary. And what we carry into those spaces isn’t just gear—it’s legacy.
A Good Man Leaves an Inheritance…
Proverbs 13:22 says, “A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children…”But what if that inheritance isn’t just money or land?
What if the legacy is:
Teaching your children how to build a fire and pray over it.
Training young men, women, and families to navigate the woods and their callings.
Showing someone how to survive in the wild while leading them to thrive in Christ.
If you’ve ever felt that tug in your spirit—the one that says, “There’s more to this than camping”—you’re not alone.
And you’re not crazy.
You’re called.
The Rise of the Outdoor Entrepreneur
There’s a growing movement of people who want to make a living in the outdoors without compromising their values. They want to build businesses that honor God, equip people, and steward the land.
And here’s the truth: It’s possible to teach survival skills, lead people closer to Christ, and make a real income—all at the same time.
But it doesn’t happen by accident.
It requires:
Strategy ✅
Certification ✅
A biblical mindset about business and calling ✅
A roadmap to move from passion to profession ✅
Why I Created the Instructor Development Course
I created this program for individuals like you.
You love the wilderness.
You love training others.
You want to share your faith without compromising your income.
The Instructor Development Course will help you:
Master the core skills of outdoor instruction
Learn how to create courses, teach effectively, and lead with authority
Launch your own outdoor business, in person or online
Integrate faith and entrepreneurship with confidence
Explore the Course Here.» This isn’t just about becoming an instructor. It’s about becoming a kingdom influencer in the wilderness.
You Don’t Have to Choose Between Ministry and Money
That’s one of the biggest lies the enemy tries to sell to Kingdom entrepreneurs: that if you make money doing what you love, you’ve somehow compromised your calling.
But Scripture is clear: “The laborer is worthy of his wages.” (Luke 10:7)
Jesus Himself spent time in the wilderness. So did Moses. David. Elijah. Paul.
They met God in the wild, and they changed the world.
Legacy Isn’t Left Later—It’s Built Now.
So if your heart burns for more than just outdoor adventures…
If you feel the pull to train others, disciple through demonstration, and build a life that reflects your values, I invite you to step into this next season.
Equip yourself. Train others. Build legacy.
Because you're not just carrying gear.
You're carrying a calling.
Enroll in the Instructor Development Course today!
We’re excited to welcome Jason Hunt and CampCraft Outdoors to Walnut Grove Church on June 20–22! 🔥🏕️
This isn’t just another weekend—it’s a time to rediscover the sacredness of the wilderness and the Kingdom calling that can be forged through fire-starting, trail-walking, and Christ-centered training. As Jason says, “You’re not just carrying gear—you’re carrying a calling.” Let’s build legacy, grow in outdoor skills, and walk deeper in our purpose together.
Don't miss it—faith, fire, and fellowship are waiting in the woods! 🌲✝️