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SUMMARY:How To Identify Trees in Spring (FREE Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nLearn to see the trees from the wood.\nWant to boost your Tree ID skills this spring? Do you struggle to know your alders from your elders\, your hawthorn from your blackthorn? Join our FREE workshop online and let us help you. \nJames Kendall\, Bushcraft Instructor and author of The Complete Tree ID Course\, will be hosting a live webinar workshop where you can learn tips & tricks to identifying a range of native and common tree species here in the UK. \nSpring sees the countryside bursting with colour and life. The dormant buds of our trees transform with leaves\, flowers and catkins emerging. There’s a lot to take in. Tree flowers come in all shapes and sizes\, and some are so small you could walk right by them. But if we look closer we can understand the clues trees give us to unlock their identity and so much more. Like autumn this is a period of dramatic change. It’s a really interesting time to be out in the woods. \nWe’re offering this workshop online to anyone and everyone who is interested in finding out more about the trees around them. \nYOUR WORKSHOP INCLUDES:\n* Confidence in native & common tree identification \n* Using flowers\, young leaves\, blossom\, catkins and other spring signs \n* Which trees have edible leaves & flowers in spring \n* Get Tree ID cheat sheets to download \n* Discover 3 key hacks to help identify any tree \n* Get book recommendations \n* Ask James your burning questions in our Q&A Session \n* Get access to our FREE online course: Kickstart Your Tree ID Skills \nThe workshop will last 1hr and will be hosted via Zoom. \n  \nHOW TO BOOK\nIt’s FREE to join this workshop. So\, all you need to do in advance is register for your free place in advance. Once registered you will be sent the link to the Zoom meeting via email. \nREGISTER FOR YOUR PLACE HERE[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Tues 28th April 2026 \nTime: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nVenue: Zoom Meeting \nCost: FREE![/vc_column_text]Register now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”26471″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nJames previously manage the largest community woodland in Wales\, 300 acres of mixed conifers and broadleaves and in 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”26348″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nBecome a Tree Expert\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]During this workshop you will also learn about our much more extensive online course; The Complete Tree ID Course. Go from clueless to confident on your journey to becoming a tree expert\, featuring up to 55 species of native & common trees\, all taught by James Kendall. \nYou will learn key principles of tree identification\, which are easy to remember and can be applied to any tree you encounter. You will have videos\, photo galleries and tree ID cheat sheets at your fingertips. \nThis course will take you through every native tree species in the UK in all 4 seasons; winter\, spring\, summer and autumn. You will learn not only how to identify trees by their leaves but also by their bark\, buds\, seeds & more. \nWe will be offering all attendees of this free workshop a special discount offer to sign up to the full course. So\, if you want to know more\, don’t forget to register for your place.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nDuring this workshop you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nUnderstanding Habitats   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis workshop is totally FREE and is open to anyone. Simply follow the link to register for the workshop on Zoom and you will be sent the link so you can join the meeting. \n[/vc_column_text]Book Your Place Now[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/how-to-identify-trees-in-spring-free-online-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Bushcraft Skills,Organisations
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SUMMARY:Wild Food\, Foraging & Wilderness Cookery (Spring)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nSpring in the woods is an exciting time for foraging wild foods with fresh spring greens sprouting up everywhere. Join us as we explore the world of edible plants. “Food tastes better outdoors” is a common phrase but it tastes even better when you have gathered and prepared it yourself. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThe secret world of edible wild plants will be opened up to you as we search for fresh greens\, flowers\, fungi & seeds at this plentiful time of year. To the forager\, our woodlands and hedgerows are full of tasty and filling wild food opportunities. \nThis one day course looks at some of the best and tastiest ways to enjoy wild food. Your course is all set against the backdrop of mixed woodlands\, wetlands and open meadows of Park In The Past\, with 120 acres of wild space to explore in search of “food for free.” \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nTake a guided foraging walk through the woodlands\nGain confidence in identifying a variety of edible plants\nLearn how to prepare chicken over the fire without pans or foil\nUnderstand the four main cooking areas of the campfire\nCreate sustaining meals using wild ingredients\nConfidently identify\, prepare and consume a wide variety of wild foods\nTry baking your own delicious bread in a dutch oven\nLearn how to forage with a sustainable approach to the habitat\nEnjoy a range of wild foods freshly prepared by you and the tutors at basecamp\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 25th April 2026 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £75[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14439″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutors: James & Lea Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in environmental education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching  steers his students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nLea is a qualified Counsellor and Mindfulness in a Woodland Setting practitioner. She is a firm believer in the power of nature to be therapeutic for everyone. Lea is an active forager\, passionate about how we can use common plants for both food and medicine. She enjoys making her own tinctures and medicinal remedies for treating common ailments.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29447″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nDutch oven   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire snacks   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £75 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/wild-food-foraging-wilderness-cookery-spring-9/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T173000
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CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T075927Z
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SUMMARY:Woodland Activity Leader Training (WALT)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nAccredited Training in Outdoor Education\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nJoin us in the woods and become a qualified environmental education instructor! Our course offers a more accessible and cost-effective alternative to traditional Forest School training\, giving you all the skills and knowledge you need to lead groups in the great outdoors. \nWoodland Activity Leader Training (WALT) is accredited through the NCFE with a Level 2 qualification. You will learn the essential outdoor skills needed to lead your own exciting outdoor education sessions for all ages and abilities. WALT empowers you to deliver inspiring environmental education\, tailored to the needs of your students\, patients or clients. \nOur WALT training programme uses a combination of online learning\, for the theoretical modules (Part 1) which you can study in your own time\, and in-person outdoor workshops for the practical modules (Part 2). The in-person training takes place over just 3 days. Get certified to teach in nature. Start your adventure in outdoor education today. \nOur course is all set against the backdrop of mixed woodlands\, wetlands and open meadows of Park In The Past\, with 120 acres of wild space to explore. \nThis training course covers the essential required to become a woodland activity leader… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nEnvironmental Education Methodology\nBushcraft Skills; including tarp shelters\nEnvironmental Education Games\nTool Use; knife\, saws\, loppers & more\nNaturalist Knowledge; trees\, plants\, minibeasts & more\nCampfire Use & Fire Lighting \nConservation Activities & Leave No Trace\nHealth and Safety & Risk Assessment\nOutdoor Session Planning\n\nFor a full run down of the content of this accredited course\, please visit this page. You can also get in touch if you have any questions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Fri 17th – Sun 19th April 2026 \nTime: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £560 (£360 for 3 day practical course & £200 for online theory modules)[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31550″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is our Head Outdoor Educator\, having delivered hundreds of sessions to groups of all ages during his 20 years of experience. He is a qualified Forest School Leader\, Social Forester and experienced Woodland Manager. James is the Chair of Forest School Wales\, a charity established in 2003 to promote good practise and support the network of Forest School Practitioners across Wales. He is an active member of the Institute for Outdoor Learnings Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. He is also a member of the Learning Through Landscapes Accredited Network of trainers. \n“I believe strongly that outdoor education has a large role to play in the future of how we teach our children. We’ve been learning in nature for thousands of years\, well before we were put in classrooms. In the woods ‘challenging’ behaviour becomes regulated\, usually disengaged learners are inspired and inquisitive minds are fostered. I’ve seen this happen with learners of all ages and it’s a testament to the power of the space you create as an educator. where learners can be themselves and thrive. My approach to teaching is with an emphasis on steering my students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us.”[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”30642″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTarp Shelters   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nKnives & Whittling   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTracks & Signs   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nKnotwork & Lashings   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nOutdoor Activity Ideas   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nInvertebrate ID   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSafe Tool Use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nConservation Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nOutdoor Session Planning   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31558″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThe total cost per person is £560.00. This is broken down into 2 payments\, covering Part 1: Theory and Part 2: Practical. The theory module (delivered online) costs £200.00 per person. The 3 day practical skills course costs £360.00 per person – you can book this part of the course below. You can also choose to just pay a deposit for your 3 day practical course (£50) to secure your place. \nThe theory modules of the course (delivered online) can be taken at any time by yourself\, as long as you have completed it by the time you attend your 3 day practical. This online segment of the course is hosted by the course creators Wild Things! To book your place on Part 1: Theory (online) then please follow this link to go to the Wild Things! website. \n You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/woodland-activity-leader-training-walt-4/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Bushcraft Skills,Organisations,Schools,Teacher Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T120000
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CREATED:20191107T145018Z
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SUMMARY:Walking with Trees (April)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nNATURE I.D. MADE SIMPLE – FOR EVERYONE\n\nHave you ever paused on a walk and wondered\, “What tree is this?” Or spotted a curious flower\, unusual leaf\, or animal track and wished you had someone there to tell you more?\n\nWalking with Trees are free guided walks through beautiful woodland and parkland. Usually taking place on the second Tuesday of the month\, we visit a different country park or venue around the Wrexham area to discover beautiful wild places. This month’s walk takes place at the Pontcysyllte Aquaduct. When you book your place we will send you full details of where we are meeting.\n\nEach month we’ll take our time exploring not just the trees\, but all the wild wonders that catch our eye along the way. From wildflowers and edible plants to signs of wildlife and the changing seasons\, we’ll follow our curiosity and see where nature leads us.\n\nWhether you’re brand new to the natural world or already have a budding interest\, this is a relaxed\, welcoming way to learn more and connect with the landscape around you.\n\nLed by James “The Tree Guy” Kendall\, woodsman and outdoor educator\, you’ll gain simple\, practical skills for identifying what you see and deepen your appreciation of the hidden lives of plants\, animals\, and trees alike.\n\n\nThese events are completely FREE to attend\, but places are limited\, so booking is essential. Book your place by emailing hey@woodlandclassroom.com or clicking on the link on this page.\n\nCome and walk with us\, and discover just how much nature has to share when we slow down and look a little closer. Thanks to the Local Places For Nature” Wrexham project for funding these events.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nA relaxed & engaging walk through woodland & parkland\nLearn to identify a variety of common trees\, wild plants and flowers\nDiscover seasonal edible plants and traditional uses of the wild flora\nSpot signs of wildlife and explore how everything connects in the woodland web\nTime to ask questions\, share observations\, and enjoy nature at your own pace\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Tues 14th April 2026 \nTime: 10:00am – 12:00pm \nVenue: Pontcysyllte Aquaduct \nCost: Free[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14473″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”33235″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nFREE BUS FROM WREXHAM TOWN!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]A free shuttle service will leave from Ty Pawb\, Wrexham Town Centre at 9.30am\, taking you straight to the event and bringing you back afterwards. To book your place on the bus\, please contact Hannah Farnell at WCBC on Hannah.Farnell@wrexham.gov.uk[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis event is free to attend and is open to all ages. Children who are accompanied by an adult are welcome. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/walking-with-trees-april/
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T143232Z
UID:31706-1774690200-1774715400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Primitive Skills: Flint Knapping & Bone Working
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nOur One Day Stone Age Skills Experience\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Step into the world of our Stone Age ancestors and discover two of humanity’s oldest and most ingenious crafts: shaping sharp-edged tools from stone and transforming raw bone into functional\, beautiful objects. This immersive one-day course invites you to explore how early people created the essential tools that allowed them to hunt\, build\, prepare food\, sew\, carve\, and thrive in a world without metal or modern equipment. \nSet within the atmospheric landscape of Park In The Past\, home to the UK’s only full-size reconstructed Roman fort\, you’ll learn how our ancestors read the land\, selected materials\, and used skill\, patience\, and technique to shape flint and bone into tools that were vital for survival. Perfect for both newcomers to bushcraft and those already on the journey\, this course reconnects you with the raw creativity and resourcefulness embodied by ancient craftspeople. \nUnder the expert guidance of primitive skills instructor Billy Souter\, you will learn to knap your own flint tool and craft an item from bone using traditional stone-edged tools. In the process\, you’ll gain insight into humanity’s earliest technologies and the mindset that shaped them. \nBilly shares his perspective on these ancient crafts: \n“Stone and bone were the foundation of our ancestors’ toolkit. Flint knapping gave them the cutting edges they relied on daily\, while bone working allowed them to create items that were both functional and beautiful. There is something deeply grounding about taking these raw materials and transforming them with your own hands. These skills connect us mentally and spiritually to our past\, allowing us to understand the challenges\, ingenuity\, and resilience of those who walked this land long before us.” \nBy the end of the day\, you’ll leave with your own hand-crafted flint tool\, such as a flint-tipped drill or arrowhead and a bone item\, such as a pendant\, shaped using traditional methods\, along with the knowledge to continue developing these skills at home.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nLearn flint knapping fundamentals; including material selection\, platform preparation\, & safe technique.\nCraft a flint drill\, scraper\, or arrowhead using the skills you’ve developed.\nWork bone using stone-edged tools\, shaping it into a practical or decorative item.\nUnderstand the properties of flint and bone and how to use each material effectively.\nExperience the process of using hot rocks to boil water\, the Stone Age way.\nIdentify tree and plant species that support bushcraft and toolmaking\nDeepen your connection to nature through hands-on ancestral skills and mindful craftwork.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 28th March 2026 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Park In The Past \nCost: £70[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32902″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: Billy Souter\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]”My passion for Bushcraft came to life in my mid teens and quickly led me venturing down the path of primitive living skills.” \n“Having found my passion and decided I wanted to expand my knowledge and pass these skills on to others. Since this time I have trained with various incredible teachers within this field and have used these skills in different environments including Scandinavia\, Europe and North America.” \n“In recent years I have developed and provided engaging Bushcraft sessions at an Outdoor Centre and Public workshop events for Children\, SEN groups\, Adults and training to forest school providers. I now also work as a Guest Instructor for established schools and individuals teaching Primitive Living Skills.” \nYou can view more of Billy’s excellent work via his facebook page.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29163″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNatural Cordage   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nBone Working   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nWater Purification   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nLiving History   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFlint Knapping   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1583403506086{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nYour day begins at our woodland basecamp within the wild surroundings of Park In The Past. As the fire crackles and the canopy rustles overhead\, Billy will introduce you to the deep ancestral significance of stone and bone working. You’ll explore how these materials shaped early human culture\, technology\, and survival. \nYou’ll start by learning how to assess flint nodules\, prepare platforms\, and strike flakes using controlled percussion. Billy will demonstrate key techniques before guiding you through the process of shaping your own tool\, perhaps a flint drill\, scraper\, or arrowhead. As you work\, you’ll develop a feel for the material\, gaining an understanding of fracture patterns\, edge geometry\, and safe\, effective knapping practice. \nWith your flint tool taking shape\, the group will pause to experience another aspect of Stone Age life: heating rocks and using them to boil water\, a technique that predates pottery and reveals the remarkable ingenuity of our ancestors. \nUsing simple stone tools\, you’ll learn how to shape\, abrade\, and carve bone into a useful object such as a needle\, pendant\, or small tool. Billy will guide you through the properties of bone\, how to select suitable pieces\, and the traditional techniques used by hunter-gatherers across the world. \nBy the end of the experience\, you’ll head home with your own hand-crafted flint and bone items\, new practical skills\, and a deepened sense of connection to the land and the ingenuity of our ancestors. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32903″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £70 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/primitive-skills-flint-knapping-bone-working/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260315T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T081650Z
UID:31149-1773480600-1773592200@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:IOL Bushcraft Competency Award
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nAccredited Training in Bushcraft Skills\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nThis accredited training course is designed for instructors\, leaders and teachers who want to demonstrate that they follow good practice and have a high level of safety and competency in a range of bushcraft skills. \nThis 2 day course is designed for the outdoor learning workforce including FE/HE students\, apprentices\, instructors and teachers. It is suitable for a wide range of people working or volunteering in formal or non-formal settings such as early years\, schools\, colleges\, outdoor centres\, education centres\, wildlife trusts\, national parks\, youth and voluntary organisations. Wherever you are on your journey into bushcraft we aim to bring your confidence and skillset forward to the next level. \nThis 2 day course is open to all with an interest in passing bushcraft skills and knowledge on to others. The course covers 5 key bushcraft skill units; edged tools – knives & saws\, fire\, water\, tarp shelters & knots and campfire cooking. \nOur weekend long course is all set against the backdrop of mixed woodlands\, wetlands and open meadows of Park In The Past\, with 120 acres of wild space to explore. Students are encouraged to camp over in the woods\, with the option of staying over on both the Friday and Saturday\, or just Saturday night. \nThis course covers five essential bushcraft skillsets… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nPitching Tarp Shelters\, Knots & Lashings: siting your shelter\, hazards\, wild camping law\, pitching tarps\, considering weather\, essential knots & lashings\, organising your cordage.\nCampfire Cooking: practical methods including dutch oven\, reflector oven\, billy cans\, direct ember cookery\, using pot hangers\, campcraft\, baking on your fire\, understanding the fire.\nSafe Use of Edged Tools & Knife Law: knife hazards & safety\, cutting techniques\, feathering/shaving\, battoning\, safe use of saws\, UK knife law.\nEstablishing Fires & Leaving No Trace: prep & use of natural and man-made tinders\, different ignition methods\, building your fire\, boiling water on your fire\, extinguishing & dismantling your fire\, leaving no trace\, fire safety & first aid.\nWater Sourcing\, Filtering & Purification: sources of water\, using a ground well\, indicators of water\, purifying & filtering water safely\, improvised & commercial filters.\n\nFor a full run down of the content of this accredited course\, please visit this page. You can also get in touch if you have any questions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 14th – Sun 15th March 2026 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £235[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31056″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTarp Shelters   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp Tools: Knife & Saw   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nWater Purification   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nKnotwork & Lashings   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nDutch Oven   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31057″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £235 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. Included in your ticket is the option to sleep out in the woods on both Friday and/or Saturday nights. Or you can bring your own tent\, hammock or tarp system to setup under the trees here. Hammocks (with covering tarps) are available to hire from us at an additional £20 for the weekend. Please note that if you want to take your accredited training on to assessment at a later date then there is an additional charge of £120 per person. However\, this is not a requirement of taking this course. You can find more information about the IOL Bushcraft Competency Award and Assessment here. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/iol-bushcraft-competency-award-2/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T094825Z
UID:32785-1772272800-1772283600@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Winter Foraging Walk
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nWalk the wild food trail & discover foraging\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nJoin us for a winter foraging walk and discover the hidden bounty of wild plants right in your local area. This guided walk takes you through a diverse range of landscapes as we search for the best seasonal wild foods that winter has to offer. Along the way\, you’ll gain the confidence to identify edible plants and learn how to incorporate these ingredients into your own cooking. If we’re fortunate\, we may even spot the sweet sap flowing from birch trees. \nWhile winter may seem like a sparse season for foraging\, nature still provides a variety of delicious treats for those who know where to look. Far from being scarce\, woodlands\, hedgerows\, and meadows offer an abundance of wild foods waiting to be discovered by the forager. \nThis half-day ramble will take you along hedgerows\, through mixed woodlands\, wetlands\, and across the open meadows of Park In The Past’s 120 acres of wild space. Come explore and uncover the rich possibilities of ‘food for free.’ \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nTake a guided foraging walk through the woods\, parkland and meadows\nGain confidence in identifying a variety of edible plants including winter greens\, fungi and roots\nSee a demonstration of tapping birch trees for syrup\nDiscover medicinal uses for seasonal wild plants\nLearn how to forage with a sustainable approach to the habitat\nUnderstand the law and your rights when foraging\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 28th Feb 2026 \nTime: 10am – 1pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £37[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”25160″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Medicine   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis walk costs £37 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/winter-foraging-walk-7/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T120407Z
UID:32859-1771754400-1771776000@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Hurdle Making
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nTraditional Woodland Crafts To Take Home\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nStep into the woods and discover the timeless craft of hurdle making\, a skill once vital to rural life and still loved today for its beauty\, strength and connection to the land. This hands-on course invites you to create your own pair of traditional hurdles using materials gathered straight from the forest. \nUnder expert guidance\, you’ll learn to split\, shave and weave greenwood using traditional hand tools. Working with hazel and ash\, you’ll craft two distinctive styles of hurdle: a woven hazel hurdle and a cleft ash hurdle. Both are perfect as decorative features in your garden\, or as sturdy panels for edging\, fencing or plant supports. \nAs you work\, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship and woodland management that make these ancient skills sustainable. You’ll come away not only with two beautiful handmade hurdles\, but also with the confidence to continue your journey into greenwood crafts at home. \nThis full-day course takes place under our large basecamp shelter set against the background of mixed woodlands and wetlands of Park In The Past’s 120 acres of wild space. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nUse traditional hand tools such as the froe\, drawknife\, billhook & shave horse \nLearn to split (cleft) green ash ready be be worked \nCraft a woven hazel hurdle from rods harvested in local woodland \nUnderstand the different properties of hazel & ash wood \nGain insight into the heritage & uses of hurdles in rural life \nExplore coppicing & woodland management for sustainable materials \nTake home two handcrafted hurdles (approx. 2 x 2½ ft each)\, perfect for your garden or allotment \nEnjoy scrummy welsh cakes\, freshly made & hot from our campfire skillet[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Enjoy a day of purposeful craft\, warm company and woodland connection. Take home two beautiful pieces of traditional craftsmanship made entirely by your own hands.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sun 22nd Feb 2026 \nTime: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £65[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32866″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1700485105064{padding-top: 50px !important;background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner el_class=”oz-course-at”][vc_column_text css=””] \nWho This Course Aimed At\nAnyone interested in traditional woodland crafts and heritage skills \nGardeners and smallholders keen to make their own rustic features \nBeginners looking to build hand tool confidence in a relaxed\, natural setting \nBushcraft and greenwood enthusiasts wanting to deepen their practical knowledge \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the day you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nConservation Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp tool use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGreenwood crafts   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32865″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis course is aimed at adults aged 18 or over. We can accept students as young as 16 years\, but they must be accompanied by an adult. This course costs £65 per person. If you want to come as a pair and only take away 2 hurdles between you then you will only be charged for 1 ticket. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/hurdle-making/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T141901Z
UID:32928-1770751800-1770755400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:How To Identify Conifers (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nLearn to see the trees from the wood.\nConfused by conifers? Perplexed by pines? Struggling with spruce? In this interactive workshop you will go from clueless to confident in being able to identify between our native and common non-native conifers. \nIt’s easy to get overwhelmed by a sea of green forestry trees\, one tree can look the same as another. But if you learn to look closer you will discover easy to spot signs with which you can tell species apart. Join James Kendall\, creator of The Complete Tree ID Course\, as he takes you through his tips\, tricks\, rhymes and hints for telling commonly seen conifers from each other. \nOur online workshops started in the first lockdown and have continued to be a hit ever since\, as people want to learn more about the natural world around them. Each month we host online workshops with a whole host of nature-based subjects including foraging\, tree lore\, woodcraft skills and wild medicine. \nA ticket costs just £11 per household. Everyone has loved these workshops so far and they’ve been really popular. \nYOUR WORKSHOP INCLUDES:\n* Understand easy differences between pine\, spruce\, fir & more \n* Get to know Britain’s three native conifers \n* Gain confidence in identifying non-native conifers of forestry \n* Discover conifers that break the rules \n* Dive into foraging & wild food uses for conifers \n* Unlock traditional and modern uses of conifers \n* WIN a place on The Complete Tree ID Course worth £197.00 \n* Join in our Q&A Session \nThe workshop will last 1hr and will be hosted via Zoom. Once you book into the workshop then you will receive an email from Zoom with details of how to access the workshop a couple of days before the event. \n  \nHOW TO BOOK\nThe cost is £11 per household. So\, feel free to cram as many family members around the screen as you can 🙂 \nPlease note\, tickets are non-refundable.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Tues 10th Feb 2026 \nTime: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nVenue: Zoom Meeting \nCost: £11[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”26355″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nJames previously manage the largest community woodland in Wales\, 300 acres of mixed conifers and broadleaves and in 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nDuring this workshop you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nUnderstanding Habitats   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_id=”book-now”] \nThis workshop costs just £11 per household and is open to anyone. Children are welcome to attend with their families\, though please note the content will be taught at an adult level. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/how-to-identify-conifers-online-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Bushcraft Skills,Organisations
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T163225Z
UID:32782-1768642200-1768667400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Coppice & Cawl
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nOur One Day Winter Woodland Skills Course\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Embrace the crisp winter air and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of traditional woodland skills at Coppice & Cawl. This one-day event offers you a unique opportunity to connect with nature\, learn sustainable woodland management techniques\, and savour a heartwarming meal by the campfire. \nDiscover the age-old craft of woodland coppicing\, a sustainable technique that has shaped our forests for generations. Led by experienced instructors\, you’ll get hands-on with traditional hand tools\, learning how to selectively cut and manage trees to enhance woodland habitats and provide valuable woodland products. Whether you’re a novice or have some experience\, this workshop is tailored to all skill levels. \nBefore the winter chill settles in\, gather around our roaring campfire for a culinary experience like no other. Enjoy the soul-warming aroma of freshly cooked Welsh Lamb Cawl\, served piping hot. Accompanied by good-strong cheese and freshly-baked bread\, this hearty meal will be a true winter warmer for your senses. Vegan option is available on request. This is good winter fuel for woodsy-people. \nThe venue\, Coed Talwrn\, is a 40 acre rewilding project looking over to the Clywdian Range. A site of ancient woodland and established hazel coppice\, it offers a range of opportunities for wildlife and sustainable woodland management that serves the ecosystem. The goal here is to create a diverse mosaic of habitats which appeal to a wider range of species.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nGet to grips with hand tools; axe\, billhook and saw\nLearn traditional coppicing techniques\nGet ideas for craft projects using coppiced wood\nUnderstand the benefits of managing woodland sustainably\nDiscover how to use brash to improve woodlands for wildlife\nBe inspired by campfire cooking techniques\nTuck into Welsh lamb cawl served with fresh bread & cheese (vegan option available)\nLearn how to make bean poles and pea sticks from hazel\nMake your own artists charcoal from willow to take home\nDiscover the history of coppicing\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Whether you’re coming solo or with friends\, Coppice & Cawl guarantees a day of warmth\, camaraderie\, and newfound skills.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 17th Jan 2026 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Coed Talwrn \nCost: £47[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”22710″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1700485105064{padding-top: 50px !important;background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner el_class=”oz-course-at”][vc_column_text] \nWho This Course Aimed At\n\nNewcomers to traditional woodland skills\nOwners of small woodlands or smallholdings\nWildlife enthusiasts who want to better understand how habitats are managed\nStudents of countryside management\nAnyone who dreams of owning their own woods someday\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the day you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nUnderstanding Habitats   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp tool use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGreenwood crafts   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nWildlife Identification   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30314″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nWhat is Coppicing?\nThe future of woodlands relies on effective management\, just as a garden needs constant maintenance and care to thrive. Trees must be thinned to grow well and invasive species like bramble have to be managed so that they don’t dominate other plants. \nSo what is coppicing? Well it’s is an ancient form of woodland management\, that involves repetitive felling of the same stump\, near to ground level\, and allowing the shoots to regrow from that main stump. Coppicing creates a variety of micro-habitats within a woodland which become homes for specialised wildlife such as dormice (above) and butterflies. \nCoppicing also produces loads of useful timber products that are still used today. Woodlands that have a reason to be managed\, perhaps for timber\, firewood\, access or green woodworking\, are more likely to receive care and attention long into their future\, and indeed those woodlands that we have today have survived precisely because they have had an economic value to the local community\, “the wood that pays is the wood that stays.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis course is aimed at adults aged 18 or over. We can accept students as young as 16 years\, but they must be accompanied by an adult. This course costs £47 per person. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/coppice-cawl-3/
LOCATION:Coed Talwrn\, Pentre Celyn\, LL152HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260110T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T145248Z
UID:32690-1768039200-1768059000@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Identifying Trees in Winter
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nWhen you’re out walking\, have you ever wondered\, “which tree is that?” \nOnce the leaves have fallen from the trees\, many people can be stumped when asked what they’re seeing in the woods. But if we can understand the clues trees give us we can unlock their identity and so much more. On this one-day course\, we’ll show you how to identify trees in winter by looking at buds\, bark\, the shape of the tree and other clues. We’ll also look at the different uses that trees have\, their place in the ecosystem and dive into a bit of woodland folklore. You will also take away your very own field guide Winter Trees: A Photographic Guide to Common Trees & Shrubs published by the Field Studies Council. This excellent resource is perfect for continuing your learning and practising tree ID after the course is done. \nJoin James\, who will be your tutor for the day. He has worked for many years in and around trees from managing the largest Community Woodland in Wales (300 acres\, no less) to introducing children to the wonder of woods with his Forest School work. James has also introduced thousands of students to the subject of tree identification through his popular online programme The Complete Tree ID Course. \nAt lunchtime\, share a hot campfire brew together at the woodland fire circle\, sheltered under the canopy of native trees. You’l learn about the restorative woodland management that is happening here and how wildlife is returning to this special place. Your course will all be set against the beautiful backdrop of the mixed ancient woodland and parkland of the National Trust’s Chirk Castle estate with over 600 acres of nature to explore and veteran trees over 500 years old. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nGain confidence in identifying a range of common native & naturalised tree species\nIdentify trees when their leaves have fallen\nLearn to use buds\, twigs\, bark\, leaf litter and other winter signs\nDiscover medicinal and edible uses for trees\nUnderstand how trees grow and their value to wildlife\nReceive your own Winter Tree ID Guide\nGet access to a discounted place on The Complete Tree ID Course\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 10th Jan 2025 \nTime: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm \nVenue: Chirk Castle \nCost: £40[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”25177″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29986″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nWinter Trees Guide Included!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Everyone attending this course also gets a FREE field guide; British Trees: Winter Signs. This excellent quick reference sheet features 18 of our common broadleaf trees found in the UK. This guide includes photos and concise descriptions of four particularly useful characters; winter buds\, bark\, bud & twig arrangement and leaf litter.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £40 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/identifying-trees-in-winter-5/
LOCATION:Chirk Castle
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Mindfulness & Bushcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260106T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20250902T122447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T123745Z
UID:32686-1767727800-1767731400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Kickstart Your Winter Tree ID Skills (FREE Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nLearn to see the trees from the wood.\nWant to boost your Tree ID skills in winter? Do you struggle to know your alders from your elders\, your hawthorn from your blackthorn? Join our FREE workshop online and let us help you. \nJames Kendall\, Bushcraft Instructor and author of The Complete Tree ID Course\, will be hosting a live webinar workshop where you can learn tips & tricks to identifying a range of tree species here in the UK in the season of winter\, when the trees don’t have their leaves on to help us recognise them. \nWe’re offering this workshop online to anyone and everyone who is interested in finding out more about the trees around them. \n\nYOUR WORKSHOP INCLUDES:\n* Recognising native & common tree species \n* Using buds\, bark\, leaf litter & other winter signs \n* Get Tree ID cheat sheets to download \n* Discover 3 key hacks to help identify any tree \n* Book recommendations \n* Winter Tree Quiz \n* Join in our Q&A Session \nThe workshop will last 1hr and will be hosted via Zoom. \n  \nHOW TO BOOK\nIt’s FREE to join this workshop. So\, all you need to do in advance is register for your free place in advance. Once registered you will be sent the link to the Zoom meeting via email. \nREGISTER FOR YOUR PLACE HERE\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Tues 6th Jan 2026 \nTime: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nVenue: Zoom Meeting \nCost: FREE![/vc_column_text]Register now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”26393″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nJames previously manage the largest community woodland in Wales\, 300 acres of mixed conifers and broadleaves and in 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”26348″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nBecome a Tree Expert\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]During this workshop you will also learn about our much more extensive online course; The Complete Tree ID Course. Go from clueless to confident on your journey to becoming a tree expert\, featuring up to 40 species of native & common trees\, all taught by James Kendall. \nYou will learn key principles of tree identification\, which are easy to remember and can be applied to any tree you encounter. You will have videos\, photo galleries and tree ID cheat sheets at your fingertips. \nThis course will take you through every native tree species in the UK in all 4 seasons; winter\, spring\, summer and autumn. You will learn not only how to identify trees by their leaves but also by their bark\, buds\, seeds & more. \nWe will be offering all attendees of this free workshop a special discount offer to sign up to the full course. So\, if you want to know more\, don’t forget to register for your place.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nDuring this workshop you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nUnderstanding Habitats   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis workshop is totally FREE and is open to anyone. Simply follow the link to register for the workshop on Zoom and you will be sent the link so you can join the meeting. \n[/vc_column_text]Book Your Place Now[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/kickstart-your-winter-tree-id-skills-free-online-workshop-8/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Bushcraft Skills,Organisations
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20221017T103518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T130347Z
UID:32796-1766334600-1766341800@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Woodland Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nCelebrate a Magical Midwinter with your Family\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Celebrate the Winter Solstice with us in the woods. Adults or families with children of all ages are welcome to join us at our sheltered fire circle hidden in the beautiful woodland of Park in the Past for an early evening session of solstice celebration around the campfire. We will start with a lantern-lit walk along the trail\, across the river and into the woods where our crackling campfire will give us a warm and welcome light at the darkest time of the year. Our previous events have been amazing\, and this year promises to be a very special and magical event with music\, food and good company. \nBe sure to wrap up well with appropriate clothing as old Jack Frost will be out and about.\n\n“We can look back on our journey since Summer Solstice\, to acknowledge what we have completed in this cycle\, what we have experienced and what wisdom we have gained. It is also a moment to look forward\, to name the new seeds and intentions we wish to take into the next cycle.” Glennie Kindred\nLea and James will be your guides as we gather under our huge parachute canopy and share the warmth of the midwinter fire. \nWe are hosting this session on two consecutive nights so if this date fills up\, check out our event on the Sun 21st Dec.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nLantern walk down the trails to the fire circle\nHot spiced apple cider (non-alcoholic)\nFestive fireside storytelling\nWishing Tree\nGentle games for the kids; night-line\, glow worm trail & more\nRoasted chestnuts\nSing-along with seasonal songs; James will bring his mandolin\nLight a candle of your own and make a wish for the coming year\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sun 21st Dec 2025 \nTime: 4:30 am – 6:30 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: Adult £14\, Child £11\, Under 3’s Free[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/Ca-QG3-nvuQ” align=”center”][vc_column_text]Want a sneak preview of this event? Watch this short video of a previous Woodland Winter Solstice gathering we hosted.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Guides: James & Lea Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in environmental education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching  steers his students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nLea is a qualified Counsellor and Mindfulness in a Woodland Setting practitioner. She is a firm believer in the power of nature to be therapeutic for everyone. Lea is an active forager\, passionate about how we can use common plants for both food and medicine. She enjoys making her own tinctures and medicinal remedies for treating common ailments.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29447″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30248″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the evening you will experience a range of activities\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Treats   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFamily Bushcraft   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nStargazing   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nWellbeing in Nature   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAdults tickets £14 each\, Child tickets £11 each. Under three’s come for FREE. Children of all ages are welcome. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/woodland-winter-solstice-6/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20221017T103518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T100214Z
UID:32788-1766311200-1766325600@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Midwinter's Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nCelebrate Winter Solstice Immersed In Nature\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Give yourself the gift of quality time in nature as you join us around the midwinter campfire\, for a celebration of the Winter Solstice. You will be guided through a range of activities aimed at deepening your nature connection whilst we mark this special moment in the calendar year together. \nExperiencing nature with all our senses is a powerful doorway to practising mindfulness which is proven to improve your health & well-being. Practising bushcraft brings us closer to our ancestors and a very old way of understanding the natural world around us. It also fosters a stronger connection to nature. Fire has a hypnotic quality which can really aid getting into a mindful head space. Lighting fires at the darkest time of the year is also an ancient custom and symbolises creating our positive intentions for the new year. \n“Winter Solstice\, like Summer Solstice\, is a moment of pause between two cycles\, a moment of transition that can be held and savoured\, a doorway\, an opening\, a place on the edge\, when we can stop our busy lives and take a moment to experience this edge between these two great cycles of the year.” Glennie Kindred \nLea and James will guide you through a range of seasonal activities aimed at giving you real techniques which you can use to foster a deeper nature connection in your own time. \nYou will join us around the campfire amoungst the beautiful woodland of Park in the Past in North East Wales for a relaxing session of learning and celebrating in amongst the trees.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nEnjoy a winter warmer; hot spiced apple cider (non-alcoholic) from our campfire\nAwaken your ‘five animal senses’\nUse traditional tools; knife\, axe and froe\nIdentify native tree species in winter\nCraft your own wild weaving to take home\nUnwind with a tree meditation\nRoast chestnuts on an open fire\nUse traditional firelighting tools; flint & steel\nBuild your own Midwinter campfire; bring light to the dark\nSet your intentions for the new year ahead\nMake herbal teas from wild plants\nDiscover what your Celtic Birth Tree is and what it says about you\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sun 21st Dec 2025 \nTime: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £37[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30227″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutors: James & Lea Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in environmental education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching  steers his students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nLea is a qualified Counsellor and Mindfulness in a Woodland Setting practitioner. She is a firm believer in the power of nature to be therapeutic for everyone. Lea is an active forager\, passionate about how we can use common plants for both food and medicine. She enjoys making her own tinctures and medicinal remedies for treating common ailments.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29447″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30228″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Medicine   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nMindfulness   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGreenwood crafts   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nMeditation techniques   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis session costs £35 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/midwinters-day-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/event-featured-pic-woodland-solstice-celebration.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20221017T103518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T101634Z
UID:32791-1766248200-1766255400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Woodland Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nCelebrate a Magical Midwinter with your Family\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Celebrate the Winter Solstice with us in the woods. Adults or families with children of all ages are welcome to join us at our sheltered fire circle hidden in the beautiful woodland of Park in the Past for an early evening session of solstice celebration around the campfire. We will start with a lantern-lit walk along the trail\, across the river and into the woods where our crackling campfire will give us a warm and welcome light at the darkest time of the year. Our previous events have been amazing\, and this year promises to be a very special and magical event with music\, food and good company. \nBe sure to wrap up well with appropriate clothing as old Jack Frost will be out and about.\n\n“We can look back on our journey since Summer Solstice\, to acknowledge what we have completed in this cycle\, what we have experienced and what wisdom we have gained. It is also a moment to look forward\, to name the new seeds and intentions we wish to take into the next cycle.” Glennie Kindred\nLea and James will be your guides as we gather under our huge parachute canopy and share the warmth of the midwinter fire. \nWe are hosting this session on two consecutive nights so if this date fills up\, check out our event on the Sun 21st Dec.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nLantern walk down the trails to the fire circle\nHot spiced apple cider (non-alcoholic)\nFestive fireside storytelling\nWishing Tree\nGentle games for the kids; night-line\, glow worm trail & more\nRoasted chestnuts\nSing-along with seasonal songs; James will bring his mandolin\nLight a candle of your own and make a wish for the coming year\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 20th Dec 2025 \nTime: 4:30 am – 6:30 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: Adult £14\, Child £11\, Under 3’s Free[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/Ca-QG3-nvuQ” align=”center”][vc_column_text]Want a sneak preview of this event? Watch this short video of a previous Woodland Winter Solstice gathering we hosted.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Guides: James & Lea Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in environmental education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching  steers his students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nLea is a qualified Counsellor and Mindfulness in a Woodland Setting practitioner. She is a firm believer in the power of nature to be therapeutic for everyone. Lea is an active forager\, passionate about how we can use common plants for both food and medicine. She enjoys making her own tinctures and medicinal remedies for treating common ailments.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29447″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30248″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the evening you will experience a range of activities\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Treats   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFamily Bushcraft   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nStargazing   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nWellbeing in Nature   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAdults tickets £14 each\, Child tickets £11 each. Under three’s come for FREE. Children of all ages are welcome. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/woodland-winter-solstice-5/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20250902T122447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T123453Z
UID:32683-1765308600-1765312200@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Kickstart Your Winter Tree ID Skills (FREE Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nLearn to see the trees from the wood.\nWant to boost your Tree ID skills in winter? Do you struggle to know your alders from your elders\, your hawthorn from your blackthorn? Join our FREE workshop online and let us help you. \nJames Kendall\, Bushcraft Instructor and author of The Complete Tree ID Course\, will be hosting a live webinar workshop where you can learn tips & tricks to identifying a range of tree species here in the UK in the season of winter\, when the trees don’t have their leaves on to help us recognise them. \nWe’re offering this workshop online to anyone and everyone who is interested in finding out more about the trees around them. \n\nYOUR WORKSHOP INCLUDES:\n* Recognising native & common tree species \n* Using buds\, bark\, leaf litter & other winter signs \n* Get Tree ID cheat sheets to download \n* Discover 3 key hacks to help identify any tree \n* Book recommendations \n* Winter Tree Quiz \n* Join in our Q&A Session \nThe workshop will last 1hr and will be hosted via Zoom. \n  \nHOW TO BOOK\nIt’s FREE to join this workshop. So\, all you need to do in advance is register for your free place in advance. Once registered you will be sent the link to the Zoom meeting via email. \nREGISTER FOR YOUR PLACE HERE\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Tues 9th Dec 2025 \nTime: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nVenue: Zoom Meeting \nCost: FREE![/vc_column_text]Register now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”26393″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nJames previously manage the largest community woodland in Wales\, 300 acres of mixed conifers and broadleaves and in 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”26348″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nBecome a Tree Expert\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]During this workshop you will also learn about our much more extensive online course; The Complete Tree ID Course. Go from clueless to confident on your journey to becoming a tree expert\, featuring up to 40 species of native & common trees\, all taught by James Kendall. \nYou will learn key principles of tree identification\, which are easy to remember and can be applied to any tree you encounter. You will have videos\, photo galleries and tree ID cheat sheets at your fingertips. \nThis course will take you through every native tree species in the UK in all 4 seasons; winter\, spring\, summer and autumn. You will learn not only how to identify trees by their leaves but also by their bark\, buds\, seeds & more. \nWe will be offering all attendees of this free workshop a special discount offer to sign up to the full course. So\, if you want to know more\, don’t forget to register for your place.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nDuring this workshop you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nUnderstanding Habitats   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis workshop is totally FREE and is open to anyone. Simply follow the link to register for the workshop on Zoom and you will be sent the link so you can join the meeting. \n[/vc_column_text]Book Your Place Now[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/kickstart-your-winter-tree-id-skills-free-online-workshop-7/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Bushcraft Skills,Organisations
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T081136Z
UID:31978-1763803800-1763829000@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Wild Game Preparation & Outdoor Cookery
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nGet Hands On Experience of Skinning\, Gutting\, Plucking\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nYou’ll get up close with fur\, feather and fin as we cover deer\, pigeon and fish. The day will be very much hands on and the course will culminate in you enjoying a freshly cooked game casserole which celebrates the wild animals of the day. \nOn this course we will take you through the process of identifying if your game is fit for consumption\, how to prepare each animal for cooking and use some of the cuts to create simple but hearty campfire meals. We will also discuss the history and uses of the various non meat parts of the animal and talk about the processes our ancestors would have employed to make as much use of the animal as possible. \nThis one day course will give you a solid grounding in using wild game in your cooking\, all against the backdrop of the mixed woodland at Park in the Past. \nYour special guest tutor for this course is bushcraft instructor Pete Morton of Red Oaks Bushcraft. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nDiscover the seasons for game; what can be hunted\, when and by whom\nLearn the benefits of eating game for your health and for pest control\nGet confident in knowing whether your game is fit for consumption\nEnsure your game is stored and prepared hygienically outdoors \nBuild knife skills with skinning and gutting\nPrepare a range of game ready for cooking\nUse traditional dutch ovens\, pans and willow frames for cooking\nCreate a delicious game casserole over the campfire\nEnjoy a range of wild game freshly prepared by you and the tutor at basecamp\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nWood Pigeon: learn about the bird\, how to identify it\, what it eats\, internal organs specific to most birds\, specifics to look out for with birds that have been shot. You will then have a demo of preparing the bird\, first with a knife then without tools before having a turn for yourself. The meat will then be made ready for flash frying with elderberry balsamic vinegar and served in bread rolls with selected greens for your lunch. \nFish: discover how to gut fish with a knife\, how to fillet a fish using just your fingers. Craft and set up a ponassing rig using living willow withies to cook your fish over the fire. \nDeer: learn about the different animals\, their history\, what is gralloching? Then we will work on the skinning and prepare the skin for tanning while some of the group start on the jointing. You will look at selected prime cuts of meat and debone as much as possible\, the bones will be kept for use on other courses (using as much of the animal as possible). \nPlease note; due to the nature of game being wild animals and not farmed we cannot guarantee all the above will be available but if not a suitable substitute will be provided. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 22nd Nov 2025 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £85[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31114″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: Pete Morton\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n“In 2006 I quit my IT job and set off in a new direction\, to establish Red Oaks Bushcraft with my wife Nichola\, based in the Peak District. I have been involved in the outdoors since becoming a guide at the age of 5 (its a long story\, I will tell you about it when we meet) and working my way through the Peak Park Ranger Service and Mountain Rescue. \nI love my office window now. Bushcraft and wilderness skills are my passion and combining them with a canoe trip makes it even better! \nIt’s not just about learning skills\, it’s about clearing your head and maybe taking a different approach. Far too often we are forced to put our heads down and get the job done. Sometimes you need to stop and take stock. The woodland environment is the perfect place to do this. If you can do this\, learn a new skill or two and have fun you will notice the benefits!” \n[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”31088″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nDutch oven   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAnimal Identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp Tool Use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGame Preparation   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31115″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £85 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/wild-game-preparation-outdoor-cookery-2/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251019T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T130102Z
UID:32121-1760691600-1760895000@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Woodland Activity Leader Training (WALT)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nAccredited Training in Outdoor Education\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nJoin us in the woods and become a qualified environmental education instructor! Our course offers a more accessible and cost-effective alternative to traditional Forest School training\, giving you all the skills and knowledge you need to lead groups in the great outdoors. \nWoodland Activity Leader Training (WALT) is accredited through the NCFE with a Level 2 qualification. You will learn the essential outdoor skills needed to lead your own exciting outdoor education sessions for all ages and abilities. WALT empowers you to deliver inspiring environmental education\, tailored to the needs of your students\, patients or clients. \nOur WALT training programme uses a combination of online learning\, for the theoretical modules (Part 1) which you can study in your own time\, and in-person outdoor workshops for the practical modules (Part 2). The in-person training takes place over just 3 days. Get certified to teach in nature. Start your adventure in outdoor education today. \nOur course is all set against the backdrop of mixed woodlands\, wetlands and open meadows of Park In The Past\, with 120 acres of wild space to explore. \nThis training course covers the essential required to become a woodland activity leader… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nEnvironmental Education Methodology\nBushcraft Skills; including tarp shelters\nEnvironmental Education Games\nTool Use; knife\, saws\, loppers & more\nNaturalist Knowledge; trees\, plants\, minibeasts & more\nCampfire Use & Fire Lighting \nConservation Activities & Leave No Trace\nHealth and Safety & Risk Assessment\nOutdoor Session Planning\n\nFor a full run down of the content of this accredited course\, please visit this page. You can also get in touch if you have any questions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Fri 17th – Sun 19th October 2025 \nTime: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm \nVenue: Park in the Past \nCost: £560 (£360 for 3 day practical course & £200 for online theory modules)[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31550″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is our Head Outdoor Educator\, having delivered hundreds of sessions to groups of all ages during his 20 years of experience. He is a qualified Forest School Leader\, Social Forester and experienced Woodland Manager. James is the Chair of Forest School Wales\, a charity established in 2003 to promote good practise and support the network of Forest School Practitioners across Wales. He is an active member of the Institute for Outdoor Learnings Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. He is also a member of the Learning Through Landscapes Accredited Network of trainers. \n“I believe strongly that outdoor education has a large role to play in the future of how we teach our children. We’ve been learning in nature for thousands of years\, well before we were put in classrooms. In the woods ‘challenging’ behaviour becomes regulated\, usually disengaged learners are inspired and inquisitive minds are fostered. I’ve seen this happen with learners of all ages and it’s a testament to the power of the space you create as an educator. where learners can be themselves and thrive. My approach to teaching is with an emphasis on steering my students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us.”[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”30642″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTarp Shelters   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nKnives & Whittling   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTracks & Signs   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nKnotwork & Lashings   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nOutdoor Activity Ideas   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nInvertebrate ID   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSafe Tool Use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nConservation Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nOutdoor Session Planning   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31558″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThe total cost per person is £560.00. This is broken down into 2 payments\, covering Part 1: Theory and Part 2: Practical. The theory module (delivered online) costs £200.00 per person. The 3 day practical skills course costs £360.00 per person – you can book this part of the course below. You can also choose to just pay a deposit for your 3 day practical course (£50) to secure your place. \nThe theory modules of the course (delivered online) can be taken at any time by yourself\, as long as you have completed it by the time you attend your 3 day practical. This online segment of the course is hosted by the course creators Wild Things! To book your place on Part 1: Theory (online) then please follow this link to go to the Wild Things! website. \n You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/woodland-activity-leader-training-walt-3/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Bushcraft Skills,Organisations,Schools,Teacher Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250927T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250927T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T120449Z
UID:32107-1758965400-1758990600@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Wild Food\, Foraging & Wilderness Cookery (Autumn)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nOur One Day Autumn Foraging Experience\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Autumn in the woods is the perfect time for foraging wild foods. Join James & Lea\, your foraging guides\, as we explore the world of edible plants\, berries and fungi. “Food tastes better outdoors” is a common phrase but it tastes even better when you have gathered and prepared it yourself. \nThis date is now SOLD OUT! But you can still grab a ticket for the Sunday right here. \nThe secret world of edible wild plants will be opened up to you as we search for mushrooms\, roots\, berries & nuts at this plentiful time of year. To the forager\, our woodlands and hedgerows are full of tasty and filling wild food opportunities. \nThis one day course looks at some of the best and tastiest ways to enjoy wild food. From our basecamp set in the ancient woodland at the National Trust’s Chirk Castle estate we will be exploring the forest and hedges in search of “food for free.” \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nGain confidence in identifying a variety of edible plants & fungi\nLearn how to prepare fish for campfire cooking\nUnderstand the four main cooking areas of the campfire\nCreate sustaining meals using wild ingredients\nConfidently identify\, prepare and consume a wide variety of wild foods\nBake fresh bread in a dutch oven\nLearn how to forage with a sustainable approach to the habitat\nEnjoy a range of wild foods freshly prepared by you and the tutors at basecamp\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 27th Sept 2025 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Chirk Castle \nCost: £75[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14462″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutors: James & Lea Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in environmental education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching  steers his students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nLea is a qualified Counsellor and Mindfulness in a Woodland Setting practitioner. She is a firm believer in the power of nature to be therapeutic for everyone. Lea is an active forager\, passionate about how we can use common plants for both food and medicine. She enjoys making her own tinctures and medicinal remedies for treating common ailments.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29447″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nDutch oven   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire snacks   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £75 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/wild-food-foraging-wilderness-cookery-autumn-5/
LOCATION:Chirk Castle
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T134350Z
UID:32142-1758448800-1758463200@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Autumn Foraging Walk
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nWalk the wild food trail & discover foraging\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Explore wild plants that you can eat in your local patch. Join us for a guided walk through a range of landscapes on the hunt for the best wild foods that autumn has to offer. Gain confidence in foraging and learn how to use these wild plants in your own cooking.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAutumn brings us nuts\, berries\, fruits and of course wild fungi in abundance. To the forager\, our woodlands and hedgerows are full of tasty and filling wild food opportunities. \nYou’ll be taking a half day ramble along the hedgerows on the hunt for “food for free” all set against the backdrop of the ancient woodland of the National Trust’s Chirk Castle estate. Don’t forget to bring your own basket or bag to grab some wild edibles to take home. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nTake a guided foraging walk through the woods\, parkland and meadows\nGain confidence in identifying a variety of edible plants\, nuts\, berries and fungi\nDiscover medicinal uses for seasonal wild plants\nEnjoy a wild tea taster\nLearn how to forage with a sustainable approach to the habitat\nUnderstand the law and your rights when foraging\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sun 21st Sept 2025 \nTime: 10am – 2pm \nVenue: Chirk Castle \nCost: £37[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”25153″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1756215806349{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Medicine   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis walk costs £37 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. If you would like to attend with a younger child\, please get in touch with us in advance before booking. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/autumn-foraging-walk-5/
LOCATION:Chirk Castle
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250806T160000
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CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250608T051924Z
UID:32543-1754474400-1754496000@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Family Bushcraft Adventure
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nHave a Really Wild Adventure\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nGive your family the gift of adventure with a whole day of real outdoor skills for parents and kids. This one-day experience is perfect for the family that wants to inject a little more ‘wild’ into their lives. Want to introduce your kids to the secrets of making fire\, building shelters and the joys of campfire cooking? Whether you’re planning a wilder family camping trip or simply want to gain confidence in wilderness-living skills then this is for you. \nShow me a child who doesn’t love the idea of building dens out in the woods\, lighting their own campfire and getting to grips with sharp tools. You will learn how to do these things effectively\, safely and responsibly\, whilst having a fun and rewarding day out in the woods together. \nWe’re told as children not to play with fire\, but if we discover it’s secrets and learn how to be safe when lighting fires outdoors then it can be our best friend. It warms us\, cooks our food\, lights our way and hypnotises us whilst campfire tales are told. We believe that kids should know not only know how to light fires\, but also learn to manage their risk and be responsible for their own safety and have an awareness of their impact on the environment. If children never get to “play” with fire then they’re missing out on a whole lot of what a real childhood should be about. \nTest your mettle in our axe throwing range and weave your own cordage using the plants around you. All these skills are presented in a fun and engaging way that will appeal to both adults and children. You’ll go away feeling confident and with the right tools to be able to have wilderness adventures of your own with your kids. Our goal is for all children to get the chance to develop a love of nature and the outdoors. \n“Such a great day\, we’re going to be headed out to Snowdonia later this summer for our own family adventure and this day has given us a load of ideas. The kids won’t stop talking about what they want to cook on the campfire :-)”Joanne Hall \nAll this will take place against the backdrop of mixed woodland at Bryntysilio Outdoor Centre\, just outside of the popular tourist town of Llangollen.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nCreate your perfect woodland getaway\, using tarps\, hammocks & natural materials\nDevelop sharp tool skills; safe techniques for knife\, axe & saw\nPlay fun games that introduce your kids to key bushcraft skills\nIdentify and gather a range of natural tinders & building materials\, right from the forest\nCraft & create with “woodland lego” to make useful camp gadgets\nThrow axes in our target range (height restrictions apply)\nChoose the best wild campsite; gain awareness of hazards to look out for\nLight fires that will stay lit and keep you toasty\nCook up a storm\, with tasty treats over the campfire\nMake your own string from nettles; craft a bracelet or necklace\nDare you take the “Rain-Proof Challenge” with your finished shelter?\nLeave no trace of your camp in the wilderness\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Wed 6th August 2025 \nTime: 10am – 4pm \nVenue: Bryntysilio Outdoor Centre\, Llangollen \nCost: £85[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31321″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31323″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the day you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAxe Throwing   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp tool use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire snacks   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nBushcraft for families   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nShelter building   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe day costs £85 for up to 2 adults and 2 children. Additional children (aged 6 and up) can join you for an extra £10 each. Activities are suitable for children aged 6 years and over. Younger children are welcome to join us at no extra charge. Your booking includes campfire cooked food at lunchtime. If you have any special deitry requirements\, please check with us in advance of booking so we can accommodate you. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/family-bushcraft-adventure-3/
LOCATION:Bryntysilio Outdoor Centre\, Llangollen\, Denbighshire\, LL208BS
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Family Bushcraft,Kids,Kids Campfire Cooking,Survival School,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250803T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T161346Z
UID:32464-1754215200-1754240400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Feast by Fire: Authentic Campfire Cookery
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nBringing people together through fire\, food & woodland craft.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nStep into the woodland kitchen and discover the joys of traditional outdoor cookery in this immersive one-day course. Set against the beautiful backdrop of our woodland basecamp\, this course celebrates the simple pleasure of preparing and sharing good food around the campfire. You’ll explore time-honoured methods of cooking in the wild\, using cast iron\, hot smoking\, baking\, and earth ovens\, as well as learning how to manage a fire for a range of cooking tasks. \nLed by experienced outdoor educator James Kendall\, you’ll spend the day learning hands-on skills that transform humble ingredients into delicious campfire feasts. From baking bread over the flames to roasting meat in a ground oven\, this course is a journey into the flavours\, aromas\, and community spirit of woodland cookery. \nThis course is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their outdoor living skills\, from bushcraft enthusiasts to food lovers looking to explore the art of cooking in nature’s kitchen. You’ll not only learn techniques but also enjoy the social experience of preparing\, cooking\, and sharing food together under the trees. \nYour course is all set against the backdrop of mixed woodlands\, wetlands and open meadows of Park In The Past\, with 120 acres of wild space to explore.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nUse a cast iron Dutch oven to prepare a range of hearty woodland dishes.\nBake your own rustic bread over the campfire.\nUse the lightweight & portable reflector oven to bake and roast.\nExplore hot smoking techniques for making smoked fish and jerky.\nCook with a ground oven to slow roast a joint of meat and root vegetables.\nLearn how to manage and understand the four key areas of the cooking fire.\nCraft your own rustic cooking spit using knife whittling techniques.\nEnjoy a communal feast around the campfire\, sharing food\, stories\, and skills.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nBy the end of the day\, you’ll leave with a full belly\, a head full of recipes\, and the confidence to take your campfire cookery to the next level. Whether you’re a keen on the home bbq\, an outdoor enthusiast or someone who simply loves good food\, this course offers an inspiring\, flavour-filled day celebrating the art of outdoor cooking. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sun 3rd August 2025 \nTime: 10am – 5pm \nVenue: Park In The Past \nCost: £75[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32472″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Cooking outdoors brings people together like nothing else. The crackle of the fire\, the smell of food on the flames\, and the shared experience of creating meals in the wild—it’s not just about feeding ourselves\, it’s about reconnecting to a simpler\, more mindful way of living.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Snacks   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nDutch Oven   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampcraft Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHot Smoking   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGame Preparation   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp Tool Use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1583403506086{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nYOUR DAY IN THE WOODS\nYour day begins at our woodland basecamp\, nestled beneath the trees\, where the smell of woodsmoke mingles with the morning air. As you gather around the campfire with a fresh brew in hand\, your tutor will introduce you to the timeless art of outdoor cookery\, sharing how fire has always brought people together\, not just for warmth and sustenance\, but for community and celebration. \nFrom here\, we will explore the structure of the cooking fire itself. You’ll learn how to understand and manage the four key areas of the fire; essential knowledge for successful campfire cooking. You’ll discover how each part of the fire plays a role in different methods of food preparation\, from fast frying to slow roasting. \nThroughout the morning\, you’ll get hands-on with a range of traditional cooking techniques. You’ll bake your own rustic bread in a cast iron Dutch oven\, explore the use of a reflector oven for cooking with radiant heat\, and prepare a variety of dishes using tried-and-tested campfire methods. Throughout the day\, you’ll be nibbling on tasters and samples of your creations\, experiencing the flavours as they evolve over the fire. \nYou’ll also delve into the world of hot smoking\, where you’ll discover how we built our simple yet effective smoker using natural materials from the woodland\, before using it to create smoked fish\, jerky\, and other delights infused with rich\, smoky flavour. \nYou will follow in the footsteps of our ancestors as we fire up the impressive ground oven. You’ll be guided through the ancient process of building and cooking with an earth oven\, using it to slow roast a joint of meat and seasonal vegetables to perfection. As the food cooks slowly beneath the soil\, you’ll have time to reflect\, relax\, and soak up the rhythms of the woodland kitchen. \nTo add a dash of campcraft to the day\, you will be set a challenge to design and build your own adjustable pot hanger for campfire cooking. Using natural materials and applying safe knife skills\, you’ll craft a sturdy and functional tool for hanging pots and kettles over the fire\, developing both your whittling confidence and your understanding of practical woodland skills. \nAs the day draws to a close\, we will gather around the campfire to enjoy a celebratory feast\, bringing together all the food prepared throughout the day. This is a moment to sit back\, relax\, and share stories\, laughter\, and good food in the glow of the fire\, celebrating the skills\, flavours\, and friendships forged in the woodland kitchen. \nThroughout the day\, your tutor will weave in stories\, traditions\, and practical tips for taking your outdoor cookery skills further\, whether you’re cooking for friends on a camping trip or preparing a feast in your own back garden. \nBy the end of the day\, you’ll leave with a belly full of delicious food\, the confidence to cook creatively over an open fire\, and the warmth of having shared a memorable day of food\, fire\, and friendship in the woods. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32473″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis course costs £75 per person and is aimed at learners aged 16 years and over. Younger children can attend the course\, and have done in the past\, if you feel that they would enjoy it and understand that it is aimed at adults. Get in touch with us before booking to see if the course would be suitable. Any children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Get in touch if you have any questions. If you have any special dietary requirements\, please get in touch before booking so we can be sure that this course can accommodate you. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/feast-by-fire-authentic-campfire-cookery/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250802T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T201143Z
UID:32452-1754128800-1754152200@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Woodcraft & Whittling
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nShaping Wood the Traditional Way\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nJoin us for a day of hands-on woodland craft\, where you’ll learn how to transform raw green wood into beautiful and functional items using traditional hand tools and techniques. This one-day course invites you to slow down\, connect with natural materials\, and experience the satisfaction of working with wood the old-fashioned way. \nUnder the guidance of an experienced tutor\, you’ll learn how to safely handle and work with a range of traditional tools including the shave horse\, drawknife\, and carving knives. Using simple\, time-honoured methods\, you’ll create your own hand-carved items — crafted straight from the tree itself. \nThis course is perfect for beginners\, offering a supportive and creative environment to explore the art of green woodworking. Set in our peaceful woodland workshop\, you’ll learn not only the techniques but also the stories and traditions behind the tools and crafts of our ancestors. \nYour course is all set against the backdrop of mixed woodlands\, wetlands and open meadows of Park In The Past\, with 120 acres of wild space to explore. \nAs a bonus\, you’ll also have the chance to try your hand at axe throwing—adding a bit of fun and challenge to your woodland adventure.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\nLearn safe and effective knife grips for whittling and carving. \n\nCraft a range of useful and decorative items including spatulas\, gypsy flowers\, tent pegs & twig spoons.\n\nWork with a shave horse and drawknife to shape your wood. \n\n\nCleave wood from a log and understand grain\, strength\, and character. \n\n\nCraft your own wooden spatula to take home and treasure. \n\nTest your aim and skill with a fun and safe axe throwing session in the woods.\n\nDiscover the rhythms and rituals of traditional green woodworking. \n\nUse a carving axe for effective rough shaping & preparing wood for finer work.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 2nd August 2025 \nTime: 10:00am – 4.30pm \nVenue: Park In The Past \nCost: £55[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32460″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “There’s something truly special about working with green wood straight from the tree. These skills not only connect us to our woodland heritage but also to the rhythm of the seasons and the joy of crafting with our hands. This is slow\, mindful work—and the rewards are both practical and deeply satisfying.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGreenwood Crafts   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant Identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp Tool Use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAxe Throwing   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1583403506086{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nYOUR DAY IN THE WOODS\nYour day begins at our woodland basecamp\, nestled beneath the canopy of native trees\, where the crackle of the campfire and birdsong set the scene for a day of creativity and connection. Over a warming brew\, your tutor will introduce you to the world of green woodworking\, sharing the stories and traditions behind the tools and techniques you’ll be using. \nFrom here\, we step into the woods to carefully select a suitable tree for our projects. You’ll learn how to assess and choose the right species\, size\, and form\, before being guided through safe and respectful tree felling techniques using traditional hand tools. This is an opportunity to experience the full journey from tree to craft\, gaining valuable skills in safe woodland management and sustainable harvesting. \nOnce back at camp\, your focus will turn to safe and effective tool use. You’ll be introduced to the carving axe\, shave horse\, drawknife\, and carving knives—essential tools for transforming raw wood into useful items. You’ll learn a range of knife grips and axe techniques designed to give you confidence and control in your carving. \nThroughout the morning\, you will put these new skills into practice by cleaving wood and rough shaping your projects\, including crafting your own tent peg and twig spoon. You’ll also enjoy creating decorative gypsy flowers from hazel—a traditional woodland craft that takes a steady hand to create something naturally beautiful. \nAt lunchtime the campfire kettle will be on as we take time to relax\, chat\, and soak up the sights\, sounds\, and smells of the woodland workshop. Alongside this\, you’ll also get the chance to test your aim and skill in a fun and safe axe throwing session\, bringing an extra element of challenge and enjoyment to your day in the woods. \nIn the afternoon\, your attention turns to refining your skills — cleaving\, shaping\, smoothing – to create your own wooden spatula. As you work\, you’ll discover how these timeless crafts connect us to a slower\, more mindful way of living\, and leave with not only your own handmade items but also the knowledge and inspiration to continue carving at home. \nThroughout the day\, your tutor will also share insights into the stories\, folklore\, and ecological understanding that accompany these crafts\, helping you see the woodland through the eyes of a craftsperson. \nIt’s going to be a day of making\, learning\, and connection you’ll carry with you long after you leave the woods. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32461″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis course costs £55 per person and is aimed at learners aged 16 years and over. Younger children can attend the course\, and have done in the past\, if you feel that they would enjoy it and understand that it is aimed at adults. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Get in touch if you have any questions. Please note that any participants under 18 will not be able to participate in the axe throwing activity. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/woodcraft-whittling/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T102001Z
UID:32583-1752607800-1752611400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:How To Identify Native Trees (FREE Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nLearn to see the trees from the wood.\nWant to boost your Tree ID skills this summer? Do you struggle to know your alders from your elders\, your hawthorn from your blackthorn? Join our FREE workshop online and let us help you. \nJames Kendall\, Bushcraft Instructor and author of The Complete Tree ID Course\, will be hosting a live webinar workshop where you can learn tips & tricks to identifying a range of native and common tree species here in the UK. \nWe’re offering this workshop online to anyone and everyone who is interested in finding out more about the trees around them. \nYOUR WORKSHOP INCLUDES:\n* Native & common tree identification \n* Using leaves\, fruits\, flowers\, bark and other summer signs \n* Get Tree ID cheat sheets to download \n* Discover 3 key hacks to help identify any tree \n* Book recommendations \n* Giveaway: WIN a set of 4 seasonal tree ID guides \n* Test your knowledge in our live picture quiz \n* Join in our Q&A Session \nThe workshop will last 1hr and will be hosted via Zoom. \n  \nHOW TO BOOK\nIt’s FREE to join this workshop. So\, all you need to do in advance is register for your free place in advance. Once registered you will be sent the link to the Zoom meeting via email. \nREGISTER FOR YOUR PLACE HERE[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Tues 15th July 2025 \nTime: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nVenue: Zoom Meeting \nCost: FREE![/vc_column_text]Register now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”25208″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nJames previously manage the largest community woodland in Wales\, 300 acres of mixed conifers and broadleaves and in 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”26348″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nBecome a Tree Expert\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]During this workshop you will also learn about our much more extensive online course; The Complete Tree ID Course. Go from clueless to confident on your journey to becoming a tree expert\, featuring up to 55 species of native & common trees\, all taught by James Kendall. \nYou will learn key principles of tree identification\, which are easy to remember and can be applied to any tree you encounter. You will have videos\, photo galleries and tree ID cheat sheets at your fingertips. \nThis course will take you through every native tree species in the UK in all 4 seasons; winter\, spring\, summer and autumn. You will learn not only how to identify trees by their leaves but also by their bark\, buds\, seeds & more. \nWe will be offering all attendees of this free workshop a special discount offer to sign up to the full course. So\, if you want to know more\, don’t forget to register for your place.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nDuring this workshop you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nUnderstanding Habitats   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis workshop is totally FREE and is open to anyone. Simply follow the link to register for the workshop on Zoom and you will be sent the link so you can join the meeting. \n[/vc_column_text]Book Your Place Now[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/how-to-identify-native-trees-free-online-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Bushcraft Skills,Organisations
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T122708Z
UID:32114-1752314400-1752325200@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Summer Foraging Walk
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nWalk the wild food trail & discover foraging\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Explore wild plants that you can eat in your local patch. Join us for a guided walk through a range of landscapes on the hunt for the best wild foods that summer has to offer. Gain confidence in foraging and learn how to use these wild plants in your own cooking.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nTo the forager\, our woodlands and hedgerows are full of tasty and filling wild food opportunities and the summer season brings us fruits\, berries\, wild greens\, edible flowers and fungi too. \nYou’ll be taking a half day ramble along the hedgerows on the hunt for “food for free” all set against the backdrop of mixed woodland\, wetland and open meadows of Park In The Past\, with 120 acres of wild space to explore. Don’t forget to bring your own basket or bag to grab some wild edibles to take home. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nTake a guided foraging walk through the woods\, hedgerows\, wetlands and meadows\nGain confidence in identifying a variety of edible plants\nDiscover medicinal uses for seasonal wild plants\nUnderstand where it is safe to forage\, avoiding pollutants\nLearn how to forage with a sustainable approach to the habitat\nUnderstand the law and your rights when foraging\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 12th July 2025 \nTime: 10am – 1pm \nVenue: Park In The Past \nCost: £37[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”25140″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25125″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Medicine   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis walk costs £37 per person and is aimed at adult learners aged 16 years and over. If you would like to attend this event with a younger child\, get in touch with us in advance of booking. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/summer-foraging-walk-5/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft,Wellbeing in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T160303Z
UID:32081-1751794200-1751819400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Primitive Skills: Bark Container Making
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nMake Natural Containers the Stone Age Way\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Whether you’re new to traditional crafts or already familiar with natural materials\, join us for a one-day immersion into the ancient art of bark container making. Guided by an experienced instructor\, you’ll learn how to transform raw bark into beautifully crafted shrink pots and folded containers\, skills once relied upon for both practical and decorative purposes. Set against the historically themed backdrop of Park In The Past\, this course will reconnect you to the land and teach you how to work with nature’s resources in a meaningful and creative way. \nThis unique course is perfect for beginners and experienced bushcrafters alike\, offering an opportunity to develop hands-on skills that can be practised and adapted to future projects. From selecting and harvesting bark to crafting containers with natural fibres\, you’ll experience the satisfaction of turning simple materials into functional\, handmade creations. \nYour tutor for this course is primitive skills expert Billy Souter: \n“Working with bark is an ancient and timeless craft. From the act of stripping bark to stitching it into functional containers\, this process connects us to a slower way of living and the wisdom of our ancestors. The beauty of working with natural materials is that no two items are ever the same. These containers not only serve practical uses but also tell a story of the land they came from.” \nBy the end of the day\, you’ll leave with one or two beautifully crafted bark containers and the confidence to apply these skills to your own projects. Whether you’re looking to explore ancient crafts\, expand your bushcraft knowledge\, or create something both practical and decorative\, this course offers a rewarding and enriching experience that celebrates nature’s raw beauty.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nLearn how to identify and harvest willow bark for crafting.\nGain hands-on experience preparing bark and understanding its properties.\nCreate traditional shrink pots and folded containers using techniques passed down through generations.\nProcess a range of natural fibres and learn to lash and secure bark crafts for strength and durability.\nUnderstand how to select and work with different materials for your desired craft.\nSee the natural world through the eyes of our ancestors.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sun 6 July\, 2025 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Park In The Past \nCost: £70[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32100″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: Billy Souter\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]”My passion for Bushcraft came to life in my mid teens and quickly led me venturing down the path of primitive living skills.” \n“Having found my passion and decided I wanted to expand my knowledge and pass these skills on to others. Since this time I have trained with various incredible teachers within this field and have used these skills in different environments including Scandinavia\, Europe and North America.” \n“In recent years I have developed and provided engaging Bushcraft sessions at an Outdoor Centre and Public workshop events for Children\, SEN groups\, Adults and training to forest school providers. I now also work as a Guest Instructor for established schools and individuals teaching Primitive Living Skills.” \nYou can view more of Billy’s excellent work via his facebook page.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29163″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nLiving History   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNatural Cordage   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGreenwood Crafts   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nBark Craft   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1583403506086{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nYour day will begin with arrival at our woodland basecamp\, set amongst trees and wildflowers. Here\, Billy will introduce you to the ancestral relationship between people and the natural landscape\, explaining how our ancestors worked with materials such as bark to create functional and beautiful containers. \nThe morning begins with learning the essential skill of bark harvesting. Together\, the group will carefully remove living willow bark from trees\, learning techniques to ensure it is gathered sustainably. Billy will guide you through the preparation process\, demonstrating how to clean\, soften\, and ready the bark for crafting. You’ll gain an understanding of how to select the right materials and prepare them for the task at hand. \nIn the afternoon\, you will begin crafting your very own bark containers using traditional methods. Under Billy’s expert instruction\, you’ll create both shrink pots and folded containers\, using natural fibres to lash and secure your creations. You will also learn how to process and work with a variety of fibres for strength and durability\, producing functional items that reflect the resourcefulness of our ancestors. \nThroughout the day\, Billy will share insights into the history and importance of bark crafts and will display a selection of his own primitive skills creations to inspire you. From natural cordage to bone tools and bark-based items\, these examples will showcase the possibilities of working with nature’s materials. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32101″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £70 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/primitive-skills-bark-container-making/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T160259Z
UID:31708-1751707800-1751733000@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Primitive Skills: Flint Knapping & Woodcraft
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nOur One Day Stone Age Skills Experience\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nWhether you’re new to bushcraft or a veteran of the outdoors\, let our experienced instructor guide you through key skills that our stone age ancestors would have relied upon; using flint-knapping to craft stone tools\, crafting stone tools\, shaping wood to create useful items such as a fish hook and harnessing the power of fire to make your own wooden bowl.  This special course is all set against the backdrop of the historically themed Park In The Past\, site of the UK’s only full-size reconstructed Roman fort. \nThis one-day course is an immersion into the skills of our ancient past which is perfect for both beginners and those who already enjoy the outdoor lifestyle but want to take their knowledge of bushcraft further. You will gain a deepened connection to nature whilst experiencing how bushcraft skills have shaped us into where we are today. You will be introduced to a range of practical skills whilst connecting with your inner hunter-gatherer. These skills can then be taken for continued practise in your own time. For those of us who are already practised in “modern day” bushcraft skills\, this course is a chance to experience a world without metal tools and familiar kit. Wherever you are on your journey into bushcraft we aim to bring your confidence and skillset forward to the next level. \nYour tutor for this special course is primitive skills expert Billy Souter; \n“Students will gain knowledge and understanding regarding some of the fundamental skills that would have been regularly used by our ancestors. The procurement and working of flint allowed the creation of incredible tools and in many examples highly detailed art. You will learn basic knapping techniques which will be used to create either a functional flint tipped drill or an arrowhead. Before the proper understanding of clay as a material burn bowls were essential for boiling water\, cooking food\, containers and making boats. Another craft students will focus on is primitive fish hook making. Gain insight into various material selection and methods for creating hooks that would be suitable for both active and passive fishing. “[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nDiscover how our ancestors used natural materials for a range of tasks.\nGet to grips with flint-knapping.\nCraft a flint drill or arrowhead using your new skills.\nUse the ‘burning coal’ method to make your own wooden bowl.\nCraft a fishing hook made from hawthorn & spruce roots.\nDiscover the many ways flint was crafted into essential tools for survival.\nEnjoy wild teas foraged from plants around you.\nLearn how to identify key tree & plant species that can aid us in bushcraft.\nSee the natural world through the eyes of our ancestors.\nImprove your health & well-being by reconnecting with nature.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 5 July\, 2025 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Park In The Past \nCost: £70[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”29968″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: Billy Souter\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]”My passion for Bushcraft came to life in my mid teens and quickly led me venturing down the path of primitive living skills.” \n“Having found my passion and decided I wanted to expand my knowledge and pass these skills on to others. Since this time I have trained with various incredible teachers within this field and have used these skills in different environments including Scandinavia\, Europe and North America.” \n“In recent years I have developed and provided engaging Bushcraft sessions at an Outdoor Centre and Public workshop events for Children\, SEN groups\, Adults and training to forest school providers. I now also work as a Guest Instructor for established schools and individuals teaching Primitive Living Skills.” \nYou can view more of Billy’s excellent work via his facebook page.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29163″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nLiving History   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNatural Cordage   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGreenwood Crafts   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1583403506086{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nYour day will begin with arrival at our woodland basecamp set amongst trees and wildflowers. From here Billy will introduce you to how our ancestors viewed the landscape. Then it’s time to learn a key skill of our Stone Age ancestors; flint-knapping. You will select and shape your flint which will be a key component in crafting your own flint drill. Alternatively you can craft a flint pendant or edged tool. You will learn how to read the grain of the stone and practise pressure flaking to remove unwanted material\, just as Otzi the Ice Man did over 5\,000 years ago. \nIn the afternoon you will take a short foraging walk to identify and gather edible plants for wild teas\, along with hawthorn from which to make a fish hook\, as used by our ancestors. \nWe will then turn to crafting our very own wooden bowls to take home\, selecting the right wood for the task and using hot coals to burn out the centre. You will be making a blowing straw from elder and you will discover how\, when managed carefully\, fire can be harnessed to shape wood into a variety of uses. \nBilly will also be displaying a selection of his primitive skills crafts to inspire you including; natural containers\, natural cordage\, bone tools and stone edge tools. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”29969″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £70 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/primitive-skills-flint-knapping-woodcraft-2/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T160000
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CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T085243Z
UID:32117-1751104800-1751126400@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Identifying Native Trees
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]When you’re out walking\, have you ever wondered\, “which tree is that?” \nDo you know your alder from your elder? To many people our hedgerows and forests can look like a sea of green\, but if we look closer and understand the clues trees give us\, we can unlock their identity and so much more. On this one-day course\, we’ll show you how to identify trees in summer by looking at leaves\, developing seeds\, fruits\, bark and other clues. We’ll also look at the different uses that trees have\, their place in the ecosystem and dive into a bit of woodland folklore. You will also take away your very own set of field guides covering common trees in all four seasons. This handy resource is perfect for continuing your learning and practising tree ID after the course is done. \nJoin James\, who will be your tutor for the day. He has worked for many years in and around trees from managing the largest Community Woodland in Wales (300 acres\, no less) to introducing children to the wonder of woods with his Forest School work. James has also introduced thousands of students to the subject of tree identification through his popular online programme The Complete Tree ID Course. \nAt lunchtime\, share a hot campfire brew together at the woodland fire circle\, sheltered under the canopy of native trees. You’ll learn about the restorative woodland management that is happening on site and how wildlife is returning to this special place. Your course will all be set against the beautiful backdrop of the mixed ancient woodland and parkland of the National Trust’s Chirk Castle estate with over 600 acres of nature to explore and veteran trees over 500 years old.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nGain confidence in identifying a range of common native & naturalised tree species\nRecognise differences between similar looking species\nLearn to use leaves\, fruits\, seeds\, bark and other seasonal signs\nDiscover medicinal and edible uses for trees\nUnderstand how trees grow and their value to wildlife\nReceive your bundle of Tree ID Field Guides\nGet access to a discounted place on The Complete Tree ID Course\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sat 28th June 2024 \nTime: 10:00am – 4:00pm \nVenue: Chirk Castle \nCost: £45[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14473″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”31771″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nTREE FIELD GUIDE BUNDLE INCLUDED!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Everyone attending this course also gets a FREE field guide bundle including 4 seasonal cheat sheets; summer\, autumn\, winter and spring. These excellent quick reference sheets are printed on high quality card and include many of our common native broadleaf trees. These guides includes photos and identifying features such as leaves\, bark\, buds\, fruits\, flowers & more.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nThis course costs £45 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/identifying-native-trees-2/
LOCATION:Chirk Castle
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160621
CREATED:20191107T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T091840Z
UID:32061-1748683800-1748797200@woodlandclassroom.com
SUMMARY:Bushcraft Skills Weekend
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nOur Two Day Immersive Bushcraft Skills Course\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”] \nWhether you’re new to bushcraft or a veteran of the outdoors\, let our experienced instructor guide you through core skills of bushcraft; shelter\, fire\, water\, cordage and using edged tools. Our weekend long course is all set against the backdrop of the ancient woodland of the National Trust’s Chirk Castle estate. \nThis two-day course is an immersion into the world of bushcraft\, perfect for both beginners and those who already enjoy the outdoor lifestyle but want to take their basic knowledge of bushcraft further. Over the weekend you will gain a deepened connection to nature whilst experiencing how bushcraft can enhance your enjoyment and appreciation of the outdoors. You will learn a range of practical skills you can use to thrive in the wilderness; whether you want to pass some exciting new skills to your family members on a camping trip\, you’re aiming for solo wilderness camping with just your backpack and knife\, or you’re simply looking to connect with your inner hunter-gatherer for a weekend. Wherever you are on your journey into bushcraft we aim to bring your confidence and skillset forward to the next level. \nThis course acts as a natural progression from our Bushcraft Essentials day but attending that course in advance is not a requirement.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nBuild weather-proof shelters from natural materials\, that really work.\nCreate fire using modern and ancient methods\, including fire by friction.\nBuild your knowledge of key tree & plant species that can aid us in bushcraft.\nImprove your techniques in knife and saw work\, using safe and effective grips.\nGet to grips with axe skills; split\, cut and shape wood.\nSee the natural world through the eyes of our ancestors.\nLearn how to find and filter water using natural materials & modern methods.\nShare a delicious freshly cooked campfire dinner (vegan option available).\nLearn how to manage an open fire for outdoor cooking; boiling\, roasting\, grilling & baking.\nDiscover Natural Navigation techniques to find your way in the wild.\nMake your own cordage from plant & tree fibres and put it to good use.\nCraft clever campfire gadgets to aid you in cooking outdoors.\nImprove your health & well-being by reconnecting with nature.\nCamp out under the trees and stars (optional)\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: May 31st – June 1st 2025 \nTime: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Chirk Castle \nCost: £190[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14450″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: James Kendall\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]James is the Head Bushcraft Instructor at Woodland Classroom\, having worked in outdoor education & conservation for over 10 years. James’ approach to teaching steers students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us; “Bushcraft skills are an effective way to do this as we learn how to make use of natural materials and live lightly with the land\, whilst also connecting with our own ancient past by seeing the land through the eyes of our ancestors.” \nIn 2017 James received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. He is also a member of the IOL Bushcraft Professional Practise Group. The group aims to promote best practice in the growing industry of bushcraft activity providers.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14193″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFire by Friction   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nShelter building   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nSharp tool use   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGreenwood crafts   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nCampfire Cooking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNatural Cordage   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nTree & Plant identification   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Foraging   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNature Connection   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNatural Navigation   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nDutch Oven   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nFirelighting Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nHedgerow Medicine   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nWater Purification   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1583403506086{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nYOUR WEEKEND IN THE WOODS\nYour adventure will begin with arrival at our woodland basecamp set amongst ancient trees and wildflowers. From here we will take a short walk out into the woods to learn how to view the natural world through the eyes of our ancestors. \nHaving each been issued with your own knife to use for the weekend\, we will then look at the wealth of natural materials available to us and then put these materials to the test with a practical session of shelter building as your tutor guides you through the skills required to build two styles of simple but effective shelter using all natural materials from the woodland itself. \nNext we will gather around our new woodland homes to practise further safe cutting techniques with our knives which can be used for a range of practical applications. You will also be shown how to use a folding saw effectively\, avoiding the pitfalls that come with poor technique. Next it’s time to get to grips with the axe as you are introduced to a variety of types; which axe for which task\, how to split wood safely and with minimal effort and basic carving techniques. Throughout this session you will learn how to make smart decisions about which living materials we should harvest and which we should consider passing by. \nYour first afternoon will be spent focused on firelighting skills. You will gain skills using tried & tested techniques. Choose from; firesteel\, solar fire\, chemical\, electrical or traditional flint & steel to produce embers and flames of quality. Then we will be exploring the woods on the hunt for natural tinders\, kindling and firewood\, including how find them even in wet conditions. \nNext you will unlock the secrets of fire by friction by learning to use the bow drill\, an ancient form of firelighting. We guarantee you will have success using this iconic technique. Your tinder and firewood will be put to good use as you learn how to use these to build your own campfire. Finally you will be be shown how to minimise your trace and lessen your impact on the land when bushcrafting. \nOn the Saturday evening we come together as a group to prepare freshly cooked campfire meal in our traditional dutch oven. You’ll enjoy good food and good company around the campfire as humans have done for thousands of generations. Then you have the option to join us for either a natural navigation session by starlight (weather dependent) or a night-time tree ID walk\, an exercise which will really hone your senses. \nDay two will introduce further key skills as well as build on the foundations you already have. You will discover how to source\, filter and purify water from natural sources. Learn how to make water safe to drink. We will then turn our attention to making natural cordage from woodland plants and trees. Having made your cordage\, you will then be testing its strengths and applications by rigging tarp shelters with what you’ve crafted. \nYour final afternoon will aim to bring all your new skills together with a range of challenges designed to put into practise all you have learned. Using your sharp tools\, you will create campcraft devices to make outdoor life easy and you will go through the whole process of creating your own campfire using natural tinders and fire by friction to boil your own woodland brew – which\, we assure you\, will taste very satisfying indeed. \nOn the Friday and Saturday nights you can choose to sleep out in your own built woodland shelter or tree hammock and wake up in the woods. It’s going to be a weekend you won’t forget. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14451″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14452″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis course costs £190 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. There is the option to sleep out in one of our natural shelters in the woods\, on both Friday and Saturday nights at no extra charge. Or you can bring your own hammock or tarp system to setup under the trees here. Hammocks (with covering bug net and tarp) are available to hire from us at an additional £20 for the weekend. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/bushcraft-skills-weekend-8/
LOCATION:Chirk Castle
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses,Foraging & Wild Cooking,Mindfulness & Bushcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T084318Z
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SUMMARY:Primitive Skills: Fish Tanning & Net Making
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”innerpage-rowgraphic”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nExplore Stone Age Crafts With An Expert\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-pagetitle”]Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned bushcrafter\, let our skilled instructor guide you through ancient techniques that our ancestors would have relied upon to survive and thrive. This immersive course will introduce you to two incredible skills: tanning fish skin to create durable leather and the art of net making\, both of which have been integral to human ingenuity for thousands of years. Set against the inspiring backdrop of Park In The Past\, with its historically themed landscapes and reconstructed Roman fort\, this special course promises to deepen your connection to the natural world. \nThis one-day experience is perfect for those curious about primitive skills and for outdoor enthusiasts looking to expand their bushcraft toolkit. You’ll gain hands-on experience in transforming natural materials into functional items while developing skills that can be further practised at home. You will also have the option to craft your tanned fish leather into a small pouch. Whether you want to connect with your ancestral roots or learn practical techniques for crafting useful tools\, this course offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore how our forebears made use of their environment with skill and resourcefulness. \nYour tutor for this course is primitive skills expert Billy Souter: \n“Primitive skills like tanning and net making bring us closer to the land and its resources. By working with our hands\, we rediscover how raw materials can be transformed into functional tools and items. Tanning fish skins into leather or creating nets from simple fibres offers a glimpse into the creativity and resilience of our ancestors. These skills allow us to engage with the past while crafting something beautiful and useful for the present.”[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nFish Tanning: Discover how to turn salmon skin into beautiful and durable leather. You’ll learn to descale\, flesh\, and soften the skins\, gaining an understanding of tanning techniques that can be applied to other hides. By the end of the session\, you will leave with your own piece of fish leather and the knowledge to continue tanning at home.\nNet Making: Learn the traditional needle and gauge method for creating rectangular netting. Through step-by-step practice\, you’ll develop the skills to craft nets suitable for fishing\, trapping\, storage\, and even shelter. This versatile skill has countless uses in bushcraft and survival scenarios.\nLeather Pouch Making: transform your fish skin into a small useable pouch using a needle and sinew thread.\nUnderstand and appreciate how our ancestors transformed natural materials into essential tools.\nWork with your hands to produce beautiful\, functional items from raw resources.\nDeepen your connection to nature through ancient crafting techniques.\nCook up sizzling fish using the ancient split-stick method & our natural smoker.\nBoil water the stone age way using hot rocks.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]		[vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”white-text”]Date: Sun 27th April 2025 \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm \nVenue: Park In The Past \nCost: £75[/vc_column_text]Book now		[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32092″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”row-graphic-white” css=”.vc_custom_1573054760131{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nYour Tutor: Billy Souter\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]”My passion for Bushcraft came to life in my mid teens and quickly led me venturing down the path of primitive living skills.” \n“Having found my passion and decided I wanted to expand my knowledge and pass these skills on to others. Since this time I have trained with various incredible teachers within this field and have used these skills in different environments including Scandinavia\, Europe and North America.” \n“In recent years I have developed and provided engaging Bushcraft sessions at an Outdoor Centre and Public workshop events for Children\, SEN groups\, Adults and training to forest school providers. I now also work as a Guest Instructor for established schools and individuals teaching Primitive Living Skills.” \nYou can view more of Billy’s excellent work via his facebook page.[/vc_column_text]Find Out More[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”29163″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”wd-circle-image”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1573143170656{background-color: #6c7d4d !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSkills you will learn\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”cream-text”] \nOver the course of the programme you will learn a range of skills\, including… \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nLeatherworking   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nAncestral Skills   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nReading the Landscape   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nWilderness Cookery   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNeedlecraft   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nLiving History   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nGame Preparation   [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n\n	\nNatural Cordage   [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1583403506086{background-image: url(https://woodlandclassroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/background-texture.jpg?id=12328) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nYour day will begin with arrival at our woodland basecamp\, surrounded by trees and birdsong. Here\, Billy will introduce you to the resourcefulness of our ancestors\, exploring how they worked with natural materials to create tools and items essential for survival\, such as tanned fish leather and handmade nets. \nThe morning will focus on the fascinating craft of fish tanning. You will begin by working with fresh salmon skins\, learning how to carefully descale and flesh them to prepare for tanning. Billy will guide you through the traditional techniques used to transform raw fish skins into durable and beautiful leather\, perfect for a variety of practical and decorative purposes. You will gain an understanding of the tanning process\, from preparation to softening\, and by lunchtime\, you’ll be well on your way to creating a piece of fish leather to take home. \nMeanwhile we will be getting our traditional hot smoker up to temperature to cook up some tasty fish using this traditional method and a fish fillet will be cooked over the fire using a split-stick frame of hazel\, with no need for pots and pans. \nIn the afternoon\, you will turn your attention to net making. Billy will introduce you to the needle and gauge technique for crafting strong and versatile nets. Through hands-on practice\, you will learn how to create rectangular netting\, honing each step of the process until the rhythm becomes second nature. These skills can be used to produce nets for fishing\, trapping\, net bags and even shelter\, demonstrating the incredible versatility of this ancient craft. \nThroughout the day\, Billy will share his passion for primitive skills and showcase examples of his own handcrafted items to inspire you\, from natural cordage to tanned hides and handmade tools. His knowledge and enthusiasm will provide a deeper understanding of how our ancestors thrived using the natural resources around them. \nBy the end of the day\, you will leave with a piece of your own fish leather and the foundation for crafting traditional nets—skills that you can continue to develop at home. This immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with ancient crafts\, rediscover the value of working with your hands\, and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”32091″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”book-now”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nBook now\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis course costs £75 per person and is open to adult learners aged 16 years and over. You can read our Event Terms & Conditions here. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://woodlandclassroom.com/event/primitive-skills-fish-tanning-net-making/
LOCATION:Park in the Past\, Fagl Lane\, Hope\, Wrexham\, Flintshire\, LL12 9HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Bushcraft Courses
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