Bush Craft – Basic Skills, Family Day

Bush Craft – Basic Skills, Family Day

At: Myerscough College (Preston)

Fees: £55

Course Length:
1 Day

Times:
10.00am - 4.00pm

Dates Available
Start Sat 10 Sep 2016 ENROL & PAY

As one of the range of courses in the Bush Craft series this basic skills course is designed as an introduction to bush craft and backwoodsmanship skills.

The course will cover various skills and techniques to confidently enjoy the beauty of camping and the woodland environment with the minimum of equipment, to appreciate the wonders of nature and increase an awareness of the natural environment and its resources.

Camping as it used to be!

Although not direct instruction in ‘survival skills’ some of the things you will cover are appropriate for such a situation.

The programme aims to cover the following areas as the day progresses:

• Health, hygiene and Safety

• Site Selection

• Erecting sleeping and utility shelters

• Using an axe, knife and saw - (With supervision)

• Fire lighting techniques - (With supervision)

Designed to be an interesting and fun day out, building shelters, learning how to light a fire and basic cooking skills.

The particular course will be run with the whole family attendance in mind. The structure will be altered to allow the family to take part as a team effort and the younger members of the group will be catered for.

Complete fun for all ages in a relaxed atmosphere, ending up with the group sitting in their own makeshift bush craft camp setting!

Additional information

Children attending must be accompanied by a full fee paying adult

Special rates will be available for adults and children attending together and group course fees will apply to 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 16

Adult and 1 child - £95

Family (2 adults/2 children) - £195

This is very much an outdoor course and reliant on the weather. It will only be cancelled under extreme circumstances

The course will involve the use of sharp tools, and although we make every endeavor to show you how to use them safely, the damaging of your clothing and minor cuts may be possible. You will be responsible for your own actions.

Candidates are expected to provide suitable outdoor clothing, resources etc. considering when necessary the time of year. Suggestions are:

• Hat, gloves waterproof and windproof jacket
• Wool jumpers or fleeces
• T-shirts
• Combat or work wear trousers (better than denim)
• Good boots or sturdy waterproof boots
• Sun Cream
• Insect repellent

Food is available to purchase on site but it would be a good option to bring a packed lunch and refreshments

Progression

Bush Craft - Building Shelters

Bush Craft – Camp Craft

How To Apply or Enquire Enrol and pay by phone: Tel: 01995 642255

Enquire online, using the 'Enquire' button at the top of this page

Enquire by email: shortcourses@myerscough.ac.uk

Enquire by phone: 01995 642255

Special Education Needs and Disability - Short Courses Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Regrettably the College does not receive funding for the provision of learning support for students with additional learning needs attending Short Courses, which are run on a full-cost basis. The College's Learning Support Service may be able to provide support but it is the responsibility of the student to meet the cost. For further details contact 01995 642222 ext 2045 (or email learningsupport@myerscough.ac.uk) with details of support requirements and the relevant course.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.