A survival camp in Mijas teaches children how to make fire and build shelters

Mijas is offering a different kind of summer plan for children looking for adventure, nature and hands-on learning. The activity is a survival camp organised by Lucas Bushcraft, a school based in the La Cala de Mijas area that works with children through bushcraft and outdoor activities.

The proposal moves away from the traditional urban summer camp format and focuses on direct contact with nature. Participants learn basic skills for spending time outdoors, always in a controlled environment and with an educational approach.

Fire making, shelters and teamwork

Lucas Bushcraft activities include safe fire-making techniques, orientation, water filtering, environmental awareness, teamwork and the four basic pillars of survival: water, fire, shelter and food.

The aim is not only to teach practical skills, but also to encourage children’s independence. Through games and challenges, participants build confidence, learn how to solve problems and step away from their usual screen-based routines.

The project is led by Lucas Sánchez, an instructor known to children as “Águila”, who created the school after identifying a lack of spaces where young people could learn outdoors in a more traditional and practical way.

A summer alternative away from screens

The camp is especially suited to families looking for different summer activities on the Costa del Sol. Instead of spending the holidays mainly with phones, consoles or indoor entertainment, children have the chance to move, explore, get their hands dirty and discover nature as a learning space.

In addition to summer camps, Lucas Bushcraft also offers activities throughout the year, weekend sessions, birthday events and collaborations with schools and local organisations.

Useful information

📍 Location: La Cala de Mijas area.
🏕️ Activity: survival camp and bushcraft school for children.
🔥 Skills: safe fire making, orientation, shelters, water, food, first aid and teamwork.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable for: families with children interested in nature and adventure.
📞 Contact: Lucas Bushcraft provides information through its official channels and WhatsApp.

The information comes from the article published by Diario SUR and from details available through local sources about Lucas Bushcraft.