Forest Expedition   Our two day, one night forest expedition is a gentle introduction to wild living. We currently use a site near Haytor, which benefits from a gentler climate than our high Dartmoor site.

 

After a short briefing session, the expedition members construct rucksacks, ready for their trek to the camp. They then walk two miles across moorland and enclosed farmland to our forest site.

After a welcome drink and pancakes, we give a site briefing. Following this, the camp is set up, with each group being shown how to erect one of our Moroccan style shelters.

After settling in and unpacking, groups light a fire and cook their supper using a vagabond stove.

Dependant on the group, weather and available light, a range of wilderness skills based activities take place led by instructors in small groups. However, there is time to relax, chat and enjoy our surroundings.

On Day 2, the groups cook and eat breakfast before learning and developing
further skills such as woodland construction, carving, knots etc.
We finally break camp and walk to meet our transport.

Cost for programme £49.95 per child + vat

Young Spirit

Inspiring Outdoor Education