A Forest School experience is on offer for youngsters this summer at a Carlisle school.
The three-day experience at Austin Friars runs from Monday August 18 to Wednesday August 20 and is open to all children from all schools joining Year 6 in September.
Children taking part in the forest school can look forward to a range of engaging and fun educational sessions, and organisers said it was created for children who love spending time outdoors.
Led by the children and unique to the individual, activities could include:
- Knots and shelter building
- Fire lighting/campfire cooking
- Mini beast hunts and natural identification skills
- Woodland games
- Craft activities
- Obstacle courses
- Tool use: Sheath knife, billhook, hand axe, bowsaw
Event schedule
All sessions will take place in the Forest School at Austin Friars, Etterby Scaur, Carlisle, CA3 9PB.
Each day will begin at 9am and finish at 3pm, with a lunch break around noon. Lunch will not be provided.
Children will need to bring a waterproof coat and appropriate footwear.
How much is the Forest School Experience?
The Forest School Experience is £130 for three days.
It is open to pupils from all schools, but places are limited.
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Frequently asked questions
My child is not a pupil at Austin Friars. Can they still take part?
Yes. Although the Forest School Experience is being hosted at Austin Friars, it is open to pupils from all schools.
My child is too young/old/ will not be joining Year 6 this September. Can they still take part?
No. Due to safety restrictions, this experience is only open to children who will be joining Year 6 (or equivalent) in September.
Can my child take part in one day instead of all three?
No. Due to limited spaces, we are only accepting bookings for children who wish to take part in all three days.
Can I pay on arrival?
No. Payments must be made up front – your child’s place will be confirmed by the team upon payment.
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About the organiser
Chris Smith is owner/director of Well & Wild.
Chris has been delivering exciting outdoor experiences for 20-plus years.
Having led the education department of Sheffield Wildlife Trust for a decade, Chris formed his own company to focus on delivering sessions which empower children to discover new things about themselves and the world they live in.
Using his knowledge of woodland management, bushcraft and survival skills, physical fitness, and a range of environmental educational methodologies including Forest School and Earth Education, Chris’ Forest School sessions are unique within the sector.
He said: “The sessions Well & Wild create are designed to not only be engaging and fun, but beneficial to the children at a hormonal level, into improved muscular and skeletal development, right up to increased learning capacity, new skills development and increased emotional intelligence leading to improved communication and teamwork.”
To book your child’s place
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