Bushcraft, 2 hour introduction, with Graythwaite Adventure

For those seeking a real outdoor experience, join us for an introduction to bushcraft experience in the ancient woodland nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake frontage on the shores of Lake Windermere. Sessions are fun, informative and engaging, particularly for any children in your party, as we immerse you into the great outdoors, where you'll hopefully leave with some new skills learned.  Join us in a place where tech and time are forgotten, temporarily. 

• Following an introduction by your instructor you'll head into the woods whilst chatting about the local surroundings, nature and the origins of bushcraft techniques. 
• You'll focus on three of the essentials; shelter, fire and food. 
• You'll build a simple shelter and learn how to use a flint and steel to make a fire. 
• Once the fire's roaring you'll boil the ghillie kettle to make hot drinks and toast marshmallows. Have you tried s'mores? Toasted marshmallows between chocolate digestives ... they're lip smackingly good. 
• Nothing makes us happier than sharing the natural beauty of the great outdoors with guests.

What to expect.

• Upon arrival at our 4x4 and Shooting Lodge, please make use of our free parking before meeting one of our friendly instructors. 
• Following introductions, we'll head into the woods to the bushcraft base by foot, a 5-10 minute walk.
• The experience will include simple shelter building, fire lighting, kettle boiling and marshmallow toasting. 
• We'll chat about the local environment, the woodland, the local habitat and ancient bushcraft techniques and how they've evolved over the years. 
• We love sharing our knowledge and hope you leave us having gained some of that, and with an appetite for more. 
• We offer only private experiences so regardless of numbers (minimum 3 guests) you'll have exclusive use of the bushcraft base with dedicated instructor.

Guests to Graythwaite Adventure can enjoy a variety of other awesome land and water-based experiences; 4x4 off-road driving, clay pigeon shooting, archery, axe throwing, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, RIB boat tours and more. 
Experience : Explore : Escape.
 
Inclusions
What's Included
🍴 Food - You'll toast marshmallows and make s'mores
🥤 Drink - Tea and coffee is included
🧰 Equipment - We'll provide all the equipment you'll need
📋 Other - Parking, toilet
 
What you'll need
🧤 Warm Clothing - We suggest dressing appropriately for the outdoor weather in the Lakes
☂️ Waterproofs