It was perfect weather for our Family Bushcraft and Tracking event.
All the participants knew each other but none of them had been wildcamping before. Despite this, they soon got into the routine and everyone, including the younger ones, were busy carving away with their knives and some even making spoons.
The afternoon saw some tracking skills being taught and a staking game, which was great fun, even for one person who got a little wetter than the others! Actually a welcome relief bearing in mind the hot weather!
Saturday night and a out came a fantastic curry prepared by Vinnie. Who ever said Forest survival should be uncomfortable?
Sunday started off with fire-lighting which was a session led by our potential instructor Griggers. Trooper, our other potential instructor had already delivered the knife safety session the day before. Every one had a go. I was so impressed with the determination of the youngsters who wouldn't give up until their spark form the ferro-rod had caught the birch bark. Their faces lit up as they realised that, at last, they had managed to make fire.
George gave a great demo off potassium permanganate and glycerine as a means of starting fire.
Our plant and foraging walk ended up at Hatfield Forest’s cafe and the family groups had a go at rowing around the lake. I understand that a sea battle ensued, and Vinnie& George lost!!
Here are a few photos.
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