Springwell Dene School

Intermediate Bushcraft Award

Course Provider NCFE Level 2
GCSE Equivalent B Grade
Brief Description  

The course has been designed specifically for the 14 plus age groupand although it would be of benifit to any youngster. it is specifially suitable for young people who favour a more hand on approach to learning.
The course will last a year with almost all the learning done outside the classroom. lessons lasting a whole morning each week. Lessons will be tought at a comfortable pace for all with plenty of support as the group size will be a maximum of 6.
The course is divided into 3 sections.

    Outside Living Skills-bushcraft skills including fire, water, shelter and equipment.
    Natural History-plant identification and use, identification of tracks and signs,
    Craft-tool use and selection, cordage, carving and camp crafts.
As elements of the course include use of fire and sharp tools, only students who can guarantee a responsible attitude and excellent behaviour for the full length of the course should consider this as an option.