Institute of Outdoor Learning (IOL) Bushcraft Competency Certificate Training

This is a 3-day course delivered by Jack Raven Bushcraft. The course covers bushcraft skills and knowledge suitable for teachers, instructors, leaders, to deliver progressive bushcraft learning experiences in their setting.

The syllabus meets the IOL Statement of Good Practice. On this intensive 3-day course you will cover:

UK knife law and its relevance to bushcraft
Safe use of basic bushcraft tools such as knives, folding saws and bow saws
How to sharpen a bushcraft knife
Making simple carved implements such as a tent peg or feather stick
Safe shelter construction, including A-frame and 'lean to' debris shelters
Importance of insulating yourself from the ground in a debris shelter by creating an improvised bed
Establishing fires by: bow drill, fire steel, flint and steel, lenses, mirrors, chemicals, matches, fire pistons, lighters, batteries & wire wool
Constructing and using a tinder bundle to light a fire
Fire maintenance
Locating, filtering and purifying water
Tree identification and uses, including food sources available from trees
How to prepare and make natural cordage from a variety of sources
Natural navigation using shadow sticks, a watch, the moon and stars
And of course, ensuring that we leave no trace

Throughout the course the Jack Raven team will provide advice and guidance on tools and equipment and how to teach the skills covered to other people, whether that be individuals or groups, all based on their own years of experience.

To be added to the register of holders of the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate, you will need to log 120 quality hours and attend a separate assessment.

Pre-requisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, if participants could practice these knife skills beforehand it would be a big advantage.