One-day Bushcraft

The Essential Bushcraft Skills

LOCATION

Aberfeldy

PLACES

12 Total

(Ages 12+)

2026 DATES

7 March

29 August

7 November

PRICE

£99

inc. lunch

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friends on a bushcraft course in the woods

This one-day bushcraft course aims to give you a comprehensive introduction to bushcraft - perfect for the beginner starting out on their bushcraft journey.

This course covers the most essential bushcraft skills such as tool use, fire lighting, water disinfection, plant and tree ID and campfire cookery. A perfect introduction into bushcraft or a great way to build on existing outdoor skills.

Why this Wilderness Skills Course ?

This experience offers so much more than the bushcraft lessons themselves. As our introductory course, this immersive experience aims to inspire you in the world of bushcraft and open the door to this fascinating subject.

What You Will Learn On This Bushcraft Course:

Knifework - Knife safety, cutting techniques and practice projects.
Knife sharpening masterclass.
Water - how to collect it and make it safe.
Fire - How to light a fire like a pro.
Campfire cookery - Cook your own lunch over the fire
Woodland walk - Plant and tree ID, wild edibles, medicinal plants & animal tracking.

Our secluded woodland camp site is a homely place to learn bushcraft skills and soak up nature

Bushcraft Course Details

This course is run from one of our secluded woodland sites close to Aberfeldy in Highland Perthshire, Scotland.

Full joining instructions will be sent out by email in advance of the course.

This site is easily accessible from the A9 and we are only 1.5hrs from both Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Travel and arrival - Detailed joining instructions will be sent out to you well in advance of the course commencing. This will include where to meet, parking arrangements and options for public transport. If coming by train, Dunkeld (Birnam) or Pitlochry are the closest stations. There is a public bus from Dunkeld which stops right at our meeting point or several taxi companies in the area. ** PLEASE DON'T book public transport or accommodation until 8 weeks before the course start date as this is when we will confirm that the course will go ahead and that we have enough participants (usually minimum of 6)**.
Food and Drink - A campfire cooked lunch is included in the course fee as well as tea, coffee and biscuits. We can cater for most common dietary requirements including vegetarians and pescatarians but we ask people with celiac disease or other dietary requirements to inform us upon booking so we can make sure that we can cater for you. We have an ample drinking water on site. Alcohol is prohibited on all courses except the cooking/food courses.
Weather/conditions. We feel very at home in the outdoors and we will set up a camp that will provide adequate food and shelter to keep you comfortable in all weather. We are in Scotland however and so weather can be changeable and unpredictable! Please make sure you bring suitable clothing as per the kit list and contact us if you are at all unsure about what to bring. Courses will not be cancelled due to bad weather.
Age requirements - 12 - 18 welcome if accompanied by an adult, otherwise 18+.
Fitness/ability - Our courses are not strenuous, but they all require a minimum level of fitness. Aside from some craft courses, most courses involve walks out from camp on woodland paths or over some uneven ground. As a guide, you should therefore be fit and able enough to cope with walks of up to about 3km over this terrain. There will be a walk of around 1.5km from the parking site to base camp, we will however be able to drive your gear in for you so you don't have to carry it. Our courses are also hands-on experiences which are educational and we expect students to get involved and not view the course as a normal holiday or demonstration style event.
Payment - We take a non-refundable deposit upon booking and the full balance is due 8 weeks before the course. If we cancel the course for any reason (unforeseen circumstances or not enough participants) then we will refund 100% back to you. See our full Terms and Conditions.
Insurance - We have comprehensive liability insurance and risk assessments, but we recommend that you have a basic level of insurance which covers yourself and your possessions for adventurous activity and travel - no outdoor activity is free from all risk.
First Aid/Medical - Your course leader will be trained to First Response Emergency Care level 4 (Ambulance ECA) and will carry a comprehensive first aid kit with the group at all times. Please bring with you plenty of any required personal medication.
Toilets/showers - On this course there is no toilet available in the woods but we will have a spade, toilet paper and antibacterial hand gel available.

What happens if I'm late for a course? Please keep us informed on your journey if you are going to be late. We can drive out to meet you at the meeting point later in the evening and bring you into camp but you may have to wait.

Where do I park and is it safe? Parking is safe and private. Full joining instructions will be sent out in advance of the course.

Do you allow dogs? I'm afraid not.

Is there phone signal and charging available? There is good signal at most of our locations. We have no onsite power so please bring a powerbank for charging.

Do most people come on their own? Yes they do, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and like-minded people. We also have many people that choose to come with a friend or family member who also wants to have an awesome time.

Do I need prior experience? Not at all. Some courses are aimed at a more advanced level but this is made clear in the course description. Most courses cater for all abilities including absolute beginners.

Are there any hazards or risks I should be aware of? There's no such thing as completely risk-free outdoor activities. We have 20 years of experience of bushcraft and running these types of courses so rest assured the risks have been carefully assessed and mitigated as best as is possible. You are in good hands and a full safety brief will be given for all activities. There are ticks present in the woods (like almost all UK woodlands which have a deer population) but you will receive a brief and the risks from Lyme disease are minimal.

Are there midges? Midges are present at our sites but the Aberfeldy area is blessed with a low midge population!! They can be a mild nuisance on still, muggy overcast days from mid-may to late august but are generally not bad and reserved for evenings and mornings.

Can you give advice on accommodation and the local area? Yes of course! We are fortunate to be based in Highland Perthshire, famed for its beauty, history and plethora of outdoor activities to enjoy. We are only happy to advice on other things to do while in the area.

What is your cancellation policy? Full terms and conditions are available here but basically;

You'll get a 100% refund if we cancel the course (except in extreme weather).
Your deposit is non-refundable.
If you have to cancel then we will always try to refill the course place, and if we can we will refund you in full.
Full course fee is due 8 weeks before course
- If you cancel less than 8 weeks before the course then you are liable for 100% of the course fee
- This is due to the fact that courses involve a large amount of planning and expense in advance.
- Sometimes we can transfer you to another course if there is availability.