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Our latest posts are designed to help Scouts, youth groups, leaders and anyone interested in outdoor learning develop practical knowledge and confidence. From new activity ideas and survival skills to useful how-to guides, check back regularly for the latest resources.
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Navigation Using Natural Features
When you’re outdoors, the landscape around you can provide a surprising amount of information. Hills, valleys, streams, ridges, woodland edges and other natural features can all help you understand where you are and which way you’re travelling. Learning to read these features is an excellent way to develop your navigation skills. But there is an…
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Reading Weather: Beginner’s Guide to Weather
The weather can change quickly when you’re outdoors. A sunny morning can become cold and wet. Fog can reduce visibility. Strong winds can make exposed areas uncomfortable or dangerous, while thunderstorms can create serious hazards. Learning to read the weather doesn’t mean becoming a meteorologist. It means learning to: Safety First Never rely solely on…
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Calling for Help: Emergency Skills Guide
Calling for Help: What to Do in an Emergency Knowing what to do when something goes wrong is one of the most important survival skills you can learn. You might become lost, someone might become injured, weather conditions could deteriorate, or your group could find itself in a situation that it can’t safely manage. In…
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Rope Care: How to Look After Rope Safely
Rope is one of the most useful pieces of equipment you can carry outdoors. It can be used for: But rope needs to be looked after. Dirt, moisture, chemicals, sunlight, abrasion and poor storage can all damage rope over time. Learning how to care for your rope means it will be easier to use, last…
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Navigating in Poor Visibility: A Beginners Guide
Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Poor visibility can turn a familiar route into a challenging navigation exercise. Fog, heavy rain, snow, darkness and low cloud can make it difficult to see landmarks and follow…
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Foraging Awareness: A Beginner’s Guide
Foraging means finding naturally occurring food in the wild. It can be a fascinating way to learn about the natural world, improve your observation skills and understand what grows around you. But foraging also comes with serious risks. Some edible plants have poisonous lookalikes. Some plants are unsafe to eat at certain stages of growth,…
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How to Find and Purify Water: A Beginner’s Guide
Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Water is one of the most important resources you need when spending time outdoors. Knowing where to look for water, how to assess a potential source and how…
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How to Choose a Campsite: A Beginner’s Guide
Choosing the Right Campsite Choosing where to put your tent is one of the most important outdoor skills you can learn. A good campsite can keep you comfortable, dry and safe. A poor choice can leave you dealing with waterlogged ground, strong winds, uncomfortable sleeping conditions or hazards that could have been avoided. The best…
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How to Light a Fire Safely: A Beginner’s Guide
Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Lighting a Fire Safely A fire can provide warmth, light and a way to cook outdoors. Learning how to light one is a useful outdoor skill — but…
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