Bushcraft, survival and wilderness living
There are some skills that are foundational to surviving and thriving in the outdoors. How to find and purify water, forage and process food, create shelter and tools from natural materials, and how to light and keep fire. Since the dawn of humanities long history, the knowledge, techniques and mindset needed to sustain life in the wilderness has been passed down, adapted and perfected by generation upon generation. These skills bring us closer to the natural world, and to our ancestors for whom these skills were a way of life. They build confidence, connection and a sense of pride and independence. And of course, one day, they might just save your life.
If you’re looking to learn more about the natural world, and how to use that knowledge to survive, and even thrive in a wilderness setting, this course is for you. Perfect for the absolute beginner, novice and intermediate bushcrafter or survivalist. We will cover the following
- Common tools used in Bushcraft, their safe and effective use, and how to maintain them
- How to light fire using a variety of methods, including fire by friction
- Processing firewood and fire keeping
- Campfire cooking
- Camp selection and hazard awareness
- Primitive shelter building using 100% natural materials
- Leave no trace principals and practicalities
- How to find, filter and purify water in a variety of ways
- Foraging for food, medicine, craft and fire materials
- Bushcraft techniques used to craft tools and structures out of natural materials
Group size is between 4 and 8 participants, and the course takes place at our woodland camp, on the edge of a lovely mixed species woodland near Bath, and a stones throw away from the river Avon.
This is a fully catered course, with meals being prepared communally over the fire. The first night is spent in a tent or under a tarp (bring your own, or borrow one for a small added fee) The second night will be spent sleeping in your survival shelter!
Price: £210 pp
Dates in the Diary for 2025
| 25th-27th July | 18:00 Fri – 16:00 Sun |
| 26th-28th September | 18:00 Fri – 16:00 Sun |
