Clayton Woirol
Instructor — Survival, Tracking, Navigation, and Disaster Preparedness
Clayton Woirol joined Nature Reliance School in 2021 and brings a powerful combination of advanced field skills and leadership experience to every class. A Kentucky Master Naturalist and Nationally Registered EMT, Clayton blends deep ecological understanding with critical medical and survival expertise.
He holds a Personal Survival Solutions - Singleton Operator Certification, reflecting advanced skills in personal security and fieldcraft, and has completed numerous leadership training programs that shape his thoughtful, student-centered approach to instruction.
Clayton enjoys teaching a wide range of NRS courses, including Survival 1–3, Land Navigation (Levels 1 and 2), Scout Tracker, Bushcraft, Primitive Skills, Nature Immersion, SERE, Ham Radio, Outdoor Cooking, Tactical Mantracking, Wilderness First Aid, Disaster Preparedness, and specialized government training for first responders.
Students appreciate Clayton’s calm, steady presence and his ability to make even the most challenging concepts practical and accessible. Whether navigating difficult terrain or preparing for emergencies, Clayton empowers students to build confidence and readiness for any situation.