Beginner Fieldcraft Course

Survival Skills • Basic Training

£75 per person

Objective

Be competent in packing and using the required kit needed to survive for one day and night in the field.

Classroom Module

  • Kit

    • What to pack and how to pack it

  • Clothing

    • What to wear and how to layer
    • Managing wet vs dry clothing
    • When to use waterproofs
    • Zipped pockets and organization

  • Footwear

    • Choosing correct footwear
    • Foot care and changing socks
    • Using talcum powder

  • Body Care

    • Managing hypothermia – signs and actions
    • Recognising frostbite
    • Managing overheating – signs and actions

  • Responsibilities

    • Leave no trace
    • Help others on the trail

Field Module

  • Instructor-led short nav exercise
  • On-track navigation as a group

Kit Required

Compass, OS Map 297, map case, ruler, pencil, protractor, waterproofs, hat, gloves, etc.

£75 per person