Forest School Refresher courses
Introduction: Welcome to Inspired Forest School Training! We’re excited to announce an upcoming event that will take your Forest School skills to the next level. Our Forest School Refresher Course – dubbed ‘Relight My Fire!’ is designed to help you revisit and sharpen the skills acquired during your training, ensuring you’re at the top of your game in outdoor education. Join us for a day of hands-on learning and exploration in the heart of nature at Inspired Forest School.
Event Details:
- Dates: Monday 2nd October or Thursday 25th January 2024
- Time: 09:15 – 3:30pm
- Location: Inspired Forest School, [Location Address]
- Registration: Register here
What to Expect: Spend a day with Shane, our expert Forest School instructor, for a relaxed yet productive day of familiarisation with essential skills and tools used in Forest School education. During the course of the day, you will have the opportunity to dive deep into at least 8 hand tools, firecraft, knot tying, and other crucial aspects of Forest School practice. Here’s a glimpse of what the day has in store for you:
Program for the Day:
- Tinder: Learn to select, use, and minimise the impact of tinder in outdoor settings.
- Kindling: Explore the art of splitting, storing, and seasoning kindling for efficient fire building.
- Lighting: Discover various methods for lighting fires safely and effectively.
- Maintaining Tools: Understand the importance of checking, sharpening, and cleaning your tools for longevity and safety.
- Boiling Water: Master the art of making Varm Saft (hot drink) in the wilderness.
- Cooking Techniques: Explore three simple ways to cook delicious meals outdoors.
- Making Charcoal: Learn how to create charcoal from natural materials.
- Tool Care: Get hands-on experience in storing, checking, and cleaning your Forest School tools.
- Whittling: Craft with precision using peelers and Mora knives.
- Sawing Skills: Perfect your sawing techniques with a Pruning and Bow Saw.
- Axe and Billhook Use: Safely and efficiently utilise an axe and billhook.
- Tool Use at Ground Level: Understand the importance of tool placement, with demonstrations using a toolbox, sawhorse, and chopping block.
How to Register: Ready to boost your Forest School skills? To register for this enriching experience, please follow these steps:
- Register via the following link – https://www.inspiredforestschooltraining.co.uk/forest-school-courses/forest-school-refresher-course –
- Bring along lunch; we will provide tea, coffee and cake
- We will provide all tools and equipment for the day but feel free to bring your own.
Conclusion: Our Forest School Refresher Course promises an enriching and educational day in the great outdoors. Don’t miss this opportunity to revisit and enhance your Forest School skills with expert guidance from Shane. Join us at Inspired Forest School on [Event Date] and take a step closer to becoming a Forest School pro.
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