Backwoods Skills Weekend
Ready to take your Scouting skills to the next level?
Join us for a full weekend of bushcraft and survival skills at Squirrel Wood, designed to challenge Scouts aged 12 and over, build confidence and develop practical outdoor knowledge.
Event Overview
The Backwoods Skills Weekend is a hands-on experience focused on bushcraft and survival skills, giving Scouts the opportunity to learn and apply essential outdoor techniques in a real environment.
Across the weekend, Scouts will take part in a range of activities designed to develop resilience, teamwork and independence while gaining practical skills they can take back to their own Troop.
Further details on activities and programme will be confirmed as planning progresses.
What to Expect
- Bushcraft and survival skills activities
- Practical outdoor learning
- Team-based challenges
- Overnight camping experience
- Skills development in a real outdoor environment
Who Can Attend
- Scouts aged 12 and over
- Maximum 36 young people
Key Details
- Venue: Squirrel Wood Campsite
- Dates: Friday 2 October to Sunday 4 October 2026
- Cost: £40 per Scout
- Accommodation: To be confirmed
Kit List
A full kit list will be provided ahead of the event.
Important Information
- Further event details will be shared as planning progresses
Booking & Payment
- Bookings open: 6 July 2026
- Bookings close: 4 September 2026
- Bookings must be made online by the Group
- Your Group will be invoiced for all places booked
- Payment should be made by bank transfer before the event
Leader Information
- The event will be fully run and delivered by the District Events Team
