The course is delivered entirely outside (weather permitting) and includes a mix of hands-on campfire preparation & cooking, discussion, observation & 30-minute multiple choice exam, which covers the course content.
Certified by the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland
Minimum total teaching time of 6 hours
Syllabus
An introduction to food hygiene, bacteria and their characteristics, the incidence of food poisoning and its prevention, safe purchase, storage and preparation of food, personal hygiene and working habits of the food handler, the working environment, cleaning and disinfection practices, common food pests and their control & risk assessment including HACCP
Testimonials
“Fairly fast moving, informative, practical and delivered with great humour”
“I really had a great day, nice way to network with other outdoor practitioners”
“Great balance of practical, listening, and plenty opportunities to ask questions and be involved”
Please dress for the weather- wellies & waterproof, thermal layers, hats & gloves for cold weather. The course is taught entirely outdoors, however in the event of inclement weather we have an inside space available.
Further information
You are welcome to ask us any questions - please email hello@little-acorns.org
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Standard Course Ticket |
£140.00 | |
Accommodation- Single room at Acorn Lodge
Accommodation located on site, with parking, single room, shower room, Wifi, TV, Log burner, kitchen.
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£60.00 | |
Camping pitch
Camping pitch, toilet and shower. No electricity
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£20.00 | |
Campervan pitch
Electric point available. Use of toilet and shower if required.
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£15.00 |
Little Acorns Forest School and Adventure Centre
Auchincruive
Ayr
KA6 5AE
Our main forest school is on uneven terrain, not currently wheel-chair accessible. We recommend off-road prams or baby in slings.
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