Description
Foraging and Outdoor Cookery Level 3 (NCFE Accredited)
Explore the Edible Wilds with Peak District Survival School
Unlock the secrets of nature with our Foraging and Outdoor Cookery Level 3 course, accredited by NCFE. This immersive experience will teach you to identify a wide range of edible, medicinal, and poisonous plants found in woodlands, fields, and hedgerows. You’ll also gain valuable skills in tree identification and discover the unique uses of various types of wood.
Course Highlights:
- Comprehensive Plant Knowledge: Learn to identify and understand the uses of countless plants, from the edible and medicinal to the dangerous.
- Outdoor Cookery: Discover the art of preparing and cooking wild ingredients to create delicious and nutritious meals in the great outdoors.
- Tree Identification: Gain insight into the different types of wood, their properties, and how they can be used in survival situations.
Self-Catering and Cooking:
This course is self-catered, with a focus on preparing foraged food. Due to group size and the availability of ingredients, please bring your own food preferences along with you.
What to Bring:
- Outdoor Essentials:
- Suitable outdoor clothing (see below for details)
- Sleeping bag and insulated sleeping mat
- Cutlery: Knife, fork, spoon, mug, bowl, and plate
- Water bottle (1 litre minimum)
- Head torch with fresh batteries and a spare set
- Wash kit and towel
- Gardening gloves or similar (for handling nettles and brambles)
- Whistle
- Personal toiletries and medications (including toilet paper, sunscreen, insect repellent, and lip balm)
- Antibacterial wipes/soap
- Tea or coffee plus whitener
- Small first aid kit (bandages, plasters, headache tablets, etc.)
- Spare change of clothing
- Camera, notebook, and pen (optional)
- Shelter: Hammock, tarp, or tent
- Sheath knife and saw (if you have them; if not, they will be provided)
- Billy can and stove
- Whistle
Outdoor Clothing Guidelines:
Choose tough, comfortable layers for maximum flexibility. Multiple thin layers work better than fewer thick ones. A waterproof jacket and several sweatshirts are ideal. Avoid jeans as they are slow to dry and uncomfortable in the cold. Opt for natural colors or camouflage to blend in with the surroundings. Walking boots are preferred, but wellies or trainers are also acceptable depending on the weather.
Food Requirements:
Bring enough food for the weekend (2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 evening meals). You can cook over the campfire or bring your own stove. Hot water will be available throughout the course, with a kettle kept over the fire.
Join us for an unforgettable adventure in the Peak District, where nature becomes your classroom, and the wild is your pantry.