Welcome to Fredonia

The mythical country of Fredonia has been hit with a disaster and your team must complete training exercises, simulating what ShelterBox Response Team (SRT) members experience when providing emergency shelter.

Event details

Fredonia dates TBD.

The cost to attend S.A.F.E. is $50 plus your plane ticket to and from Austin, Texas (AUS).

Payment may be made via credit/debit card on the registration form below. If paying via mailed check or in-person on the day of the event, simply check ‘Bill Me Later’ on the form.

ShelterBox offers two scholarships to S.A.F.E. Fredonia to cover travel costs. To apply for a scholarship, leave an explanation in the scholarship field of the registration form.

Transport to and from the Austin airport is generously provided by The Rotary Club of Lakeway/Lake Travis. All Ambassadors will sleep in tents in teams of four individuals of mixed genders. The training includes role play as well as moderate physical activity lasting up to 4-hours.

What to bring

  • Sleeping bag and ground mat (Sleeping bags or mats can be provided upon request)
  • Flashlight/headlamp
  • Small pillow
  • Outdoor shoes/boots
  • Comfortable outdoor clothes
  • Lightweight jacket
  • Toiletries & towel
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Pencil & paper

Check back soon for registration details!

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When severe flooding caused devastation across the north and south of Pakistan, father of four, Abdul, lost his home and his livelihood. After receiving a ShelterBox tent, Abdul and his family told us they were joyful to have a roof over their heads.
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