We get to have a bit of fun today whilst learning some essential life skills. We all know that dock leaves help with nettle stings, but what about the burdock leaf for bee stings and elderflower tea for hayfever?! We’ll be exploring some of the plants that can help us when we get hurt or feel unwell in the woods and using the natural medicine cabinet around us, we’ll be conjuring up some common first aid scenarios and seeing what solutions we can come up with.
After lunch and some free play, we’ll be building our own stretchers from branches and tarps, under the guidance of our Forest School Leader, Myra. We might even see if they can carry someone in them, for a real Mountain Rescue Experience!
With our experienced staff we’re able to offer so much more than just the activities - games, free play, crafts and child-led adaptations are all thrown into the mix to ensure everyone gets the most out of their day with us.
We can't wait to welcome you to Base Camp. To keep your child happy and dry in the woods, please send them with the following:
All seasons
Clothing: Long-sleeved tops and full-length trousers are required to protect against nettles, scratches, and ticks - tracksuit bottoms or leggings are perfect.
Think like an onion! Multiple thin layers (thermal, fleece, jacket) are better than one big coat.
Footwear:
Waterproof wellies or sturdy walking boots are essential. If it’s really dry, then old trainers will be ok too.
In Their Backpack:
A change of clothes (extra socks are a must!).
Waterproof jacket and trousers (even on dry days!).
A labelled water bottle, sun hat/sunscreen (summer), or warm hat/gloves (winter).
Packed Lunch (we provide drinks and snacks)
Top Tip: We love dirt! Please send your child in old clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty or snagged.
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Wild First Aid (5-11yrs)
We get to have a bit of fun today whilst learning some essential life skills. We all know that dock leaves help with nettle stings, but what about the burdock leaf for bee stings and elderflower tea for hayfever?! We’ll be exploring some of the plants that can help us when we get hurt or feel unwell in the woods and using the natural medicine cabinet around us, we’ll be conjuring up some common first aid scenarios and seeing what solutions we can come up with.After lunch and some free play, we’ll be building our own stretchers from branches and tarps, under the guidance of our Forest School Leader, Myra. We might even see if they can carry someone in them, for a real Mountain Rescue Experience!With our experienced staff we’re able to offer so much more than just the activities - games, free play, crafts and child-led adaptations are all thrown into the mix to ensure everyone gets the most out of their day with us.
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£35.00 |
Base Camp,
Baldersby Park,
Thirsk
YO7 3BZ
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