Description
Join us for a day in the woods exploring bushcraft skills associated with spring. As the woodland comes back to life with fresh fibers, new growth, and wild plants, you’ll learn how to make use of the season’s natural abundance, from lighting fires with natural tinders to stripping bark for cordage and crafting simple tools and containers. We’ll also explore spring edibles and how to use woodland resources responsibly. Part of our Seasonal Bushcraft Series, this course focuses on practical skills and traditional knowledge shaped by the time of year. You’ll identify useful trees and plants, gather and prepare natural materials, and discover the foraging opportunities and traditional uses that each season provides. Every course includes fire lighting, natural cordage, and a hands-on craft project, all adapted to the materials available in that season. By the end of the day, you’ll leave with new skills, a simple tool or container which you have made, and a deeper connection to the woodland environment. Tools, materials, and hot drinks are provided, please bring a packed lunch. The course takes place under a large shelter, but as we’ll be outdoors all day, please come dressed for the weather. No previous experience required.
What's included in the price?
- Foraging dry firewood and tinders in wet conditions. - Safe tool use and wood carving. - Firelighting with charcloth, bark tinders, and fungi. - Making cordage from bark fiber, plants and spruce roots. - Crafting simple tools and bark containers. - Understanding water purification.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Manor Wood is an ancient woodland near Grafham, Cambridgeshire. We offer hands on courses and education sessions. We create a setting for all ages to connect with the natural world while managing the woodland for wildlife. Come and join us for a day playing in the woods.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Teenagers
- Stag dos
- Corporate days out & team building
- Accommodation offered
- Christmas
- Public transport
- Father's Day
- Suitable for beginners
- Mother's Day
- Intermediate level
