TAMARACK CAMPCRAFT WEEKEND. Outdoor living skills courses. The aim of a Tamarack course is to help people gain a deeper understanding of the natural world that surrounds them. Through hands on experience of outdoor living skills in a safe and enjoyable en

THE ART OF FIRE

To master the art of fire making is a skill unto itself. To gather the materials needed from the outdoors and nurture into a flame in any weather is a satisfying skill to master. On this course we will cover:

Safe use of cutting tools
Collection, preparation and storage of tinders
Creating the contents of a tinder box
Firewood selection, collection and storage
Fire lighting
Fire By Friction
Fire lays and safety
Carrying fire

To gain full appreciation and experience real camping, all students are asked to camp with the Tamarack team.

All food will be provided while on the course. Also included is a Mora training knife and an army firesteel as well as taking away your tinder box.

Minimum age for attendance is 18 years old

COURSE TIMINGS

Course starts Friday 8 pm Finishes Sunday 4.30 pm

COURSE DATES

23rd to 25th May 2008 - NOW FULL

COURSE PRICE

£175 per person

Max number of students – 8

Course Tutor - Ian Hickman

Frequently Asked Questions

Equipment & Clothing

Accommodation

email: info@tamarackgroup.co.uk

Creating the contents of a tinder box

Fire lighting

Fire lays and safety

To master the art of fire making is a skill unto itself. To gather the materials needed from the outdoors and nurture into a flame in any weather is a satisfying skill to master.

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