BUSHCRAFT SHOW 2012
What's On? – Specialist Instruction
To purchase a ticket to any of the Specialist Instruction events, please go to the store or click on the "Book Today" button above!
Make a Wooden Paddle
with Keswick Canoe Company
Everyday
Time: TBC
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £30
Whether you are out on an expedition and have lost or damaged a paddle, or would just like the thrill and satisfaction of making your own paddle, this is an invaluable skill for paddlers to know. You will be shown how to make a paddle with just an axe, saw and knife, from start to finish! (max 6 people per session)
Saturday Make a Wooden Paddle £30
Sunday Make a Wooden Paddle £30
Monday Make a Wooden Paddle £30
Mastering the Bow Drill
with Woodland Ways
Everyday
Time: AM TBC
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £30
Often viewed as a magical art, fire by friction holds a great fascination for many, led by Jason Ingamells, Chief Instructor for Woodland Ways, these classes will help you to develop and fine tune this ancient skill and give you the confidence of achieving an ember every time.
Saturday Mastering the Bow Drill £30
Sunday Mastering the Bow Drill £30
Monday Mastering the Bow Drill £30
Axe Throwing
Everyday
Time: All Day
Duration: Average 15 mins
Cost: £5
Axe throwing is surprisingly addictive and easy to pick up, come a long and try you hand at this great fun outdoors pastime. You may even decide to enter the Axe throwing contest to win a Gränsfors Bruk throwing axe at The Bushcraft Show.
Axe Throwing £5
Axe Throwing Competition
Everyday
Time: 3pm
Cost: £5
Get your eye in and have a go at winning a Gränsfors Bruk throwing axe! The highest score in each category – 16-29 yrs & 30+ yrs will win a double bit throwing axe worth £114
The Art of Tracking Humans
with The National Tracking School
Everyday
Time: TBC
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £30
Head out with Perry and learn skills and tips for tracking humans, with some amazing secrets from his 40 years experience of police, anti-poaching, urban, rural and wildlife tracking. Literally, follow in his footsteps and enjoy this interactive human tracking session based on real life experiences, and, as always with Perry expect a few surprises.
Saturday Tracking Humans £30
Sunday Tracking Humans £30
Monday Tracking Humans £30
Animal Tracking
with The National Tracking School
Everyday
Time: TBC
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: £30
Tracking animals can be great fun, learn with Perry in a safe, friendly and informative manner as he shares with you his experience of animal dirt time gained around the world. These interactive group exercises are designed to improve your natural tracking skills enabling you to get close to your quarry to observe and photograph it.
Saturday Tracking Animals £30
Sunday Tracking Animals £30
Monday Tracking Animals £30
Derbyshire by Horse
Monday Only
Time: TBC
Duration: 1hr (Allow 2 hours)
Cost: £45
This is a great ‘hack out’ which takes you through some beautiful Derbyshire countryside. The ride goes over varied terrain and provides several opportunities to canter (more nervous riders can remain at a trot if they prefer. You will be taken to the stables where you will be matched to the correct size horse/ pony and depart on your ride. (8 places per session)
Beginner (with instructor walking/ leading) £45
Novice £45
Intermediate £45
Advanced £45
Take part in a Stone Age dig
with Time Hunters
Everyday
Time: TBC
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: £20
Have a go at Stone Age archaeology. Try your hand at digging up some replica Stone Age artefacts, wash them off and work out what they are. Then record the objects you have found and piece together the clues to reveal the mysteries of our Stone Age past. (max 8 per session) Great Family Activity Age 8+
Saturday Stone Age Dig £20
Sunday Stone Age Dig £20
Monday Stone Age Dig £20
Daily Air Rifle Practice
Everyday
Time: All Day
Duration: Average 15 mins
Cost: £5
Are you a sharp shooter? Come and see how you fair with our knock down targets, or traditional paper target range. There will be instructors on hand to point you in the right direction.
Air Rifle Hunting Session
Everyday
Time: TBC
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: £30
Whether in a survival situation, to provide quarry for your bushcraft weekends or projects or as a means of sustainability, hunting with an air rifle can be a great way to quickly, legally and safely hunt for meat. This session will teach you all you need to know to hunt with an air rifle from the legalities to camouflage and concealment.
Saturday Rifle Hunting £30
Sunday Rifle Hunting £30
Monday Rifle Hunting £30
Forge your own knife
with Gränsfors Bruk
Everyday
Time: Allocated by email, please call to book over the phone if you desire a specific time.
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: £65
Forge with a Master Smith from Gränsfors Bruk under their instruction for an out of this world experience. You can make your own Viking neck-knife branded with you own initials to treasure for a lifetime. Leather neck sheath with neck cord included. Only 4 people per session, spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
Saturday Forge a knife – £65
Sunday Forge a knife – £65
Monday Forge a knife – £65
Open Canoe Instruction
with Keswick Canoe Company
Everyday
Time: TBC
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £30
Claire and Paul will share their expertise with you ensuring that you glide across the lake graciously, turn on a sixpence and know all that you need to enjoy a pleasant weekend of paddling… book now for a rewarding and unforgettable experience!
All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Saturday
10.30am – 12.30pm - Beginners session – (max 10 people) - Fun for everyone – family friendly! £30
13.00pm – 15.00pm - Solo canoeists skills development - (max 5 people) – Adults only – Learn advanced paddle strokes to help control your boat precisely in all conditions – Must have basic competence in solo paddling. £30
Sunday
10.30am – 12.30pm - Beginners session – (max 10 persons) - Fun for everyone – family friendly! £30
13.00pm – 15.00pm - Solo canoeists skills development - (max 5 people) - Adults only - Learn advanced paddle strokes to help control your boat precisely in all conditions – Must have basic competence in solo paddling £30
15.30pm – 17.30pm - Open canoe safety and rescue – (max 10 people) - This is an informative, getting wet session that will teach self rescue techniques, use of throw bags, tow lines, group rescue scenarios and open water safety. £30
Monday
10.00am - 12.00pm - Beginners session – (max 10 People) - Fun for everyone – family friendly! £30
12.30 – 14.30pm - Tandem paddlers skills coaching - (max 10 people) – Learn how to use complimentary paddle stokes to maximise the benefits of paddling tandem. £30
