Description
Using proven Index Tracking methodology, students develop the ability to detect, interpret, and act on sign while operating individually and as part of a coordinated team. Training incorporates immediate response and force-on-force elements to accelerate reaction time and sharpen operational effectiveness.
A key focus of this course is enhancing visual and sensory perception—training operators to process information faster, improve situational awareness, and shorten their OODA Loop in real-world scenarios.
Prerequisites: None
What you will learn:
• Visual and sensory perception development
• Identifying and interpreting indicators and sign
• Fundamentals of human and animal locomotion
• Track aging and timeline assessment
• Action indicators and behavioral analysis
• Identifying marks and impressions from weapons and equipment
• Search theory, area containment, and command structure
• Hand and arm signals for team communication
• Team formations and coordinated movement
• Anti-counter-tracking techniques
• Immediate action drills with live fire and movement
Course Format
This course is structured for both individual operators and team-based applications, e
Tactical Tracker — Equipment List
2 Days | 16 Hours | Greenside Training, LLC
Arrive prepared for extended field training over uneven terrain and in changing weather.
Required Equipment
- Ball cap or boonie hat
- Sturdy, broken-in boots or trail shoes
- Weather-appropriate field clothing in earth tones or camouflage
- Long pants and a lightweight, long-sleeve shirt
- Rain jacket and insulating layer as conditions require
- Small daypack
- Water bottles or hydration bladder; carry at least 3 liters and bring additional water for refills
- Lunch and field snacks for both days
- Notebook, pencils, and permanent marker
- Measuring tape
- Binoculars
- Compass
- Headlamp or flashlight with spare batteries; red, white, blue, and green light options recommended
- Individual first-aid kit and personal medications
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Eye protection and work gloves
Recommended Equipment
- Tracking stick
- Knee pads
- Small ground cloth or sitting pad
- Spare socks
- Phone or camera for documenting tracks
- Binocular harness or protective case
For Scheduled Firearms Training
Bring the following when live fire is included in your course confirmation:
- Serviceable rifle with sling
- Minimum 30 rounds of appropriate ammunition
- Magazines and magazine carrier
- Hearing protection and ballistic eye protection
Keep firearms unloaded and secured until directed by an instructor.
emphasizing real-world performance, communication, and adaptability under pressure.
This class is available to military and law enforcement agencies upon request.
Please contact us for inquiries
