In partnership with Friends of Blairs Loch, there are five training courses aimed at all those involved in working, caring and volunteering in the mental health sector.
We aim to provide hands on training that develops skills, enhances knowledge, and aids professional development by connecting with nature and using natural resources in the outdoor environment. All courses are free at the point of delivery with funding received from Moray Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund (CMH&W Fund)
Workshop 1 : Bushcraft & Campfire Fire Safety Skills for Beginners
Saturday 16th April 2022, from 10am-4pm (approx), Loch of Blairs, Stable Room, Alyre Estate
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Book by: Tuesday 12th April (Max 12 places)
Contact: Julia Mackay – julia.m4cay@gmail.com – 07427 952925
Please bring with you: appropriate outdoor clothing (waterproofs etc.), warm layers, footwear (stout shoes/boots), fitted gardening type gloves and a pack lunch. Tea and coffee will be provided.
Bushcraft – You will be taught how to use fixed blade knifes safely and practise the different cutting techniques used for making some simple crafts such as gnomes, feather sticks or a simple whittling project of your choice. This will be delivered by Doug Gooday, Aberdeenshire Ranger & Forest School Trainer. Doug has been teaching bushcraft skills for 20 years and is passionate about our natural environment and connecting with nature.
Campfire Safety – Fires are often considered to be one of the most exciting and enjoyable parts of outdoor woodland activities. Fires offer the opportunity for a variety of different activities from cooking, crafts and rural skills. However, before you start having fun it is important to have an understanding of e.g. Scottish Outdoor Access Code, safety, leave no trace and environmental impacts. This activity will be delivered by Julia Mackay, Forest School Trainer and you will also gain skills in fire lighting using natural tinder, preparing a hot drink and cooking a snack.
- Please book by the date stated with the relevant course contact, giving your email address and phone number – mobile if possible, e.g., in case event cancelled at last minute due to weather/illness etc. – early booking is recommended since places are limited on most courses. If there are no places left, you can go on a waiting list.
- Please inform the course contact ASAP if you need to cancel your booking, so your place can be offered to someone else. If you know someone (e.g. in your organisation) who can take your place, please tell the event contact. If you have to cancel at the last minute due to an emergency etc., please notify the event contact if possible.
More details on further workshops available here NESOLG Training Programme
