KO Midwest
We have developed partnerships with missions and diaster relief organizations and are always looking for opportunities to send folks on disaster response teams and humanitarian trips both nationally and internationally. contact us at info@kingdomoutdoors.com for more information.
Our Midwest office host a variety of annual events. In addition to our kids self-defense/jiu-jitsu classes and the 6-week "Walkers Path" wilderness skills course we have developed, adult and family friendly classes on wild plants, edible mushrooms, long bows, cast iron cooking, basket making and more old-school skills. Darrik and Stacie are the primary instructors for all KO Midwest events. However, they also have developed a cadre of regional instructors as well. Both
Darrik and Stacie have dedicated a good portion of their lives to seeing youth encounter Jesus and reach their full potential in the Kingdom. They strive to cultivate resilient men and women, who know they are valuable. Their hope is that students of their courses would comprehend that they are part of this amazing creation, and that the Creator God loves them and has a unique and good path for them.
For more information on the opportunities coming out of Warroad, MN contact our KO Midwest office TODAY! Also, a BIG goal for KO Midwest is to keep kids classes FREE. Consider making a charitable gift to KO Midwest to help us do Just that!
Regularly Scheduled Events
We have these events scheduled out to 2028. Find the time that best suits you and lock in your spot TODAY!
Custom Leadership Development
& Team building Experiences
In addition to our regularly scheduled courses, Kingdom Outdoors offers customized outdoor leadership and team-building events for businesses, professional organizations, schools, and churches.
Each experience is tailored to your group’s goals, time frame, and desired outcomes. Events can range from half-day intensives to multi-day fully immersive courses and combine practical wilderness skills with hands-on leadership training, and team building exercises.
Participants may receive instruction and guided practice in skills such as:
- Land Navigation (map & compass)
- Survival Priorities – Shelter, Fire, Water, Food
- Basic Wilderness First Aid
- Team Problem-Solving
- Leadership & Communication Under Pressure
Teams learn together and then apply what they’ve learned through collaborative challenges that build confidence, trust, adaptability, and real-world decision-making skills. For organizations who desire it, we also offer optional spiritual and values-based leadership development. Every event is designed to be practical, engaging, and transformational.
"I am leaving different because of the foundational truths that I learned during the teaching times. I learned real, practical ways to surrender to the Holy Spirit's transformational work in my life. To anyone worried about coming on this trip, you have nothing to be worried about. The instructors are professional survivalists who have lived this their whole lives. It is a safe space to come and challenge yourself and grow physically, mentally, and spiritually."
"My husband left here tired and burnt out spiritually, mentally, and physically. When he came home, I immediately saw a difference! He was restored in every way. He was rejuvenated and rebuilt and came home able to lead our family spiritually better than he had when he left, because his tank was filled back up. He was giving to us from a place of rest and built us back up too! I want him to go every year and to be sharpened, as well as being able to sharpen other men!"
“I’m leaving changed—and I’m going to be a better husband and father because of this trip. If you’re thinking about attending a KO event, the answer is simple: GO!”
“I’ve learned how to deal with distractions. I’m going home knowing how to overcome them and walk in Kingdom purpose. No matter where you are in your walk with Jesus—YOU NEED A KO TRIP. God will work in your heart. It will change your life.
I am different after being on this trip. I’m closer to God and now have bonds with some godly men. If you’re looking for a reset, you need to come on this trip.”
Josiah and his team provided such a unique and challenging experience for our Oktibbeha Young Leaders group this year! It was so impressive to see a group of 25 tenth graders go from never holding a knife to starting a fire and building a shelter in a matter of hours. The teamwork skills developed were top notch, and we can't wait to book Kingdom Outdoors for this excursion year after year!
Melissa Rogers - Oktibbeha Young Leaders and CFA Leaders Academy Instructor