When the children sing their hearts out on the way to a session, you know they are fully embedding the Forest School Ethos at a setting. This was how I was greeted on a recent visit to Upton St Leonards
Leatherjackets and Craneflies
Found worldwide, and commonly referred to as ‘Daddy Longlegs’ in Europe (although a species of spider is also referred to as Daddy Longlegs!), this creature is an insect. How long does it live? It has a lifespan of around 10
Where can I train to be a forest school leader?
Where can I train to be a forest school leader There are a number of Forest School training providers throughout the country. We are based in the Cotswolds, at the foot of Chosen Hill, in Gloucestershire. Our trainees visit from
Woodland Trust Free Trees
The Woodland Trust have just announced applications are open for NOVEMBER 2019 delivery of free tree packs. They mention that they are in great demand, so please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. All packs come with detailed instructions, a colour
Google Classroom
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Wild Garlic Pesto
Wild Garlic – yummy! The woods are full of the large green leaves of Wild Garlic at the moment, along with those of primrose, bluebells and everything else regenerating after winter. RAMSONS :: BEAR LEEK :: WOOD GARLIC ::: ALLIUM URNSINUM With
Forest School shop
Our Kit List/Shop shows an up to date and detailed list of all of the equipment that we use and recommend for use in a Forest School setting. This includes tools for whittling, den building, fire lighting and other woodland
Train alongside nature
“Tools down!” and we left the tool area to see what had been found. It was, indeed, a 40cm, female Slow Worm. She was basking in the sunshine, most likely having just emerged from her winter hibernation! Slow Worm FACT
Wind speed and gusts
[MEC id=”122766″] After a couple of weeks of wind it was time to find a reliable forecast. After some testing, we found this to be the best. The weather station is located at Glos Airport and shows the next few
Catkins all opening
“Keep your your eyes open and you will see nature.” All too often I am reminding myself that it is important that I simply stop. Look. Connect. Turning off from your work and focusing on there here and now is
