Children's Basic Bushcraft

We teach about knife safety, various carving techniques, and basic knots. Guests learn to make a debris hut which offers a way to stay alive pretty much anywhere in the northern hemisphere. We also cover using fire safely and creating it in the same way that has been used for thousands of years - rubbing sticks together - along with how to collect and purify water and forage for useful and medicinal plants. Guests also learn about primitive trapping and hunting methods, and the ancient art of stalking.

Throughout the day we play games to build awareness, hone the senses and, most importantly, have loads of fun.

Guests go home with some woodland bling: natural cordage, a bow drill kit, a throwing and digging stick and a brain full of knowledge to play with at leisure.

This course is run by Adam Hendley, our resident Bushcrafter, whose kind, calm approach to teaching puts everyone at ease and assures a good day is had by all. Guy Mallinson assists.

Tools are also supplied for use during the course within this price.

The course is held for two different age groups, 8-11 or 10-14. No accompanying adult is required.

The days run from 9.30 for a 10.00 start. We supply tea, coffee, soft drinks biscuits and cake for the morning and the afternoon breaks but children need to bring their own packed lunch.

We aim to stop at 4.00 p.m and children should be collected then.