Youth Survival for Easter  Fly Fishing ( from £25 pp)

     

 Bushcraft (Adults)

   24hr Weekend Bushcraft

   Bushcraft Taster Day

   Bushcraft  1/2 Day Skills

 

Bushcraft (Parent & Child)

   Surviving Your Kids (Day)

   24hr  Survival

 Bushcraft (Youths)

   Bushcraft Parties for Kids (8-14yrs)

  Youth Survival  Days 16& under

   Scout Survival Badge

Mountain Biking & Hill walking

 Mountain Biking & Hiking Guiding

Fly Fishing

  Fly Fishing Taster  for Beginners

 

 

About Do It Outdoors

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Big Tree Country Awards 2009

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Free Skills Sessions at Auchingarrich for the kids on afternoons of

April 3 Saturday and Sunday11th

 

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 Bushcraft Parties                                              TOP

"Best Party Ever"  anonymous child                 

A fantastic alternative party and one they will never forget.  From the very moment the kids meet us in the car park the adventure begins.  Learn how to make your own rope and search out the best fire lighting materials.  Take an adventure hike through the forest. Return from your adventure to the camp, where we light the fire , cook the beans  and roast your marshmallows.  Have a go at lighting a fire , chopping your wood and making a shelter. There is always time for some woodland games as well to round of your afternoon.

  • These parties are can be in the morning or afternoon. Typically 10am or 2pm and last 2.5 -3hrs.  In the winter parties generally run from 11am till 2pm.
  • Based on 8 youths the price is  £120
  • This party has worked well with 8-14yr olds. (Younger children can be accommodated and the theme is more Nature Awareness)
  • The meeting point is Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre (Map) by Comrie.(We have the ability to be mobile as well)
  • Included in the price is a baked potato, beans, orange juice and Marshmallows.
  • One adult must accompany the group and assist

 

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For more detail or to book call 01764 663455 or 07973802620 or mail on ian@doitoutdoors.co.....uk 

 

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  24hrs Survival - Parent and Child  TOP

 A fantastic shared experience with your child in a truly wild and beautiful part of Perthshire.  An experience you are sure to treasure,  Build your camp, light your fire, cook your food and sit around the fire before sleeping under the stars.

  • Meet Saturday  at 12pm at Auchingarrich Car Park(Map)
  • Depart on  1pm Sunday
  • £110 in total for you and your child.
  • No need to worry about a toilets as there is an on sight composting toilet.
  • We shall have clean water so no need to bring any.
  • We have a supply of cooking utensils, plates , cutlery and pots.
  • You require is a sleeping mat, sleeping bag , torch , midge repellent, change of cloths, towel & toiletries, waterproofs (wellies advisable). Bring lunch for two days and your choice of dinner (There will be a plentiful supply of Orange Juice, hot chocolate and biscuits)

Booking Form

Value of £110

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For more detail or to book call 01764 663455 or 07973802620 or mail on ian@doitoutdoors.co......uk 

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 Surviving Your Kids  (Parent & Child Bushcraft )                   TOP

Enjoy a day out with your child.  Working together you can learn to build your shelter and fetch fire lighting material. Then you can light your fire ,cooking your lunch on it.  Spend time finding natural rope and get a chance to chop and saw wood.

  • These course are from 10am to 3.00pm.
  • Per parent and child the price is £55 (Ratio 1:8 Four sets of parent child)
  • These work well with 8-14yr olds. (Younger children can be accommodated)
  • The meeting point is Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre (Map) by Comrie.
  • Included in the price is , beans, orange juice and Marshmallows.
  • Bring any additional food to make up your lunch (Burgers & Sausages).

Booking Form

 

Value of £55

SHOP

For more detail or to book call 01764 663455 or 07973802620 or mail on ian@doitoutdoors.co.......uk 

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 Bushcraft Taster Day (Bushcraft Introduction)                 TOP

This is a great course designed to give you a taste of what bushcraft is all about.  Shelter is important and we start by building one using natural materials and tarps .  Fire provides heat and some thing to cook on. You will learn the skills to prepare and cook over a fire.  We also look at the safe use of knives and cover some basic knife projects. There is an opportunity to try fire by friction, fire steels and flint.

  • These courses are from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
  • Per person price £50 (Ratio1:6)
  • These are run  for  16+yrs
  • The meeting point is Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre(Map) by Comrie.
  • Included in the price is teas, coffee, and biscuits.
  • Bring any additional food to make up your lunch.

Booking Form

Value of £50

Want to be Notified of Courses?

 

SHOP

For more detail  call 01764 663455 or 07973802620 or mail on ian@doitoutdoors.co.......uk 

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  24hr Survival (Weekend)                TOP

Okay its actually 26hrs. Perfect if you are looking to escape the office and the modern day stresses.  No experience is required just enthusiasm and an interest in nature and how to work with it. The first day of this course prepares you for an overnight stay in the woods. Don't worry if your shelter is a flop we have tents you can stay in.  In addition to your shelter building we cover knife and axe work. We prepare and collect wood for the fire and try some fire by friction.  With the use of simple knots we create additional camp structures.  On the second day we start to look closer at the forest and the different trees and plants and their uses.  To keep you safe in the outdoors we teach you how to loss proof yourselves . 

  • These courses are from 10am to 12am next day.
  • Per person price is £90 (Ratio1:6)
  • These are run mainly for  18+ and on occasion 13 -16yr olds.
  • The meeting point is Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre (Map) by Comrie.
  • Included in the price is , orange juice biscuits, tea, coffee, utensils.
  • Bring  food to cover your meals .
  • You require is a sleeping mat, sleeping bag , torch , midge repellent, change of cloths, towel & toiletries, waterproofs , sturdy boots, (wellies advisable). Bring lunch for two days and your choice of dinner (There will be a plentiful supply of Orange Juice, tea, coffee and biscuits)

Booking Form

Value of £90

Want to be Notified of Courses?

SHOP

For more detail or to book call 01764 663455 or 07973802620 or mail on ian@doitoutdoors.co........uk 

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    Youth Survival Days 16  & under               TOP

These courses provide your kids with life long skills and usually run over the holidays breaks. This course gives them taste of what bushcraft is all about as well as freedom.  Shelter is important and we start by building one using natural materials and tarps .  Fire provides heat and some thing to cook on. You will learn the skills to prepare and cook over a fire.  We also look at the safe use of knives and cover some basic knife projects. There is an opportunity to try fire by friction, fire steels and flint.

  • These courses are from 10am to 4.30pm.
  • Per person price £30
  • These are run  for  <16yrs
  • The meeting point is Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre(Map) by Comrie.
  • Included in the price is teas, coffee, and biscuits.
  • Bring any additional food to make up your lunch.

Booking Form

Want to be Notified of Courses?

 

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   Fly Fishing for Beginners                           TOP

Instruction and  Equipment Provided and Even a chance to prepare and cook a fish. Approx 2 hours -

Fly fishing is fun  - This is aimed at the complete novice , with all gear supplied.  As usual the scenery is beautiful, however the same can't be said for your instructor .  

What you Need

The course is outdoors and so outdoor gear is essential. In Scotland this means warm and waterproof gear even in summer.  Good sturdy shoes or boots plus midge repellent

What we can teach you

This course will instruct you on all the essential elements of dry fly fishing and provide you with the confidence to go it alone. 

Topic Covered

  • Personal Gear
  • Safety Considerations
  • All about the tools of the trade
  • Tackling Up (putting it all together)
  • Learning how to  Cast
  • All about the flies and the Trout and other tips.
  • Oh yes and some fishing
  • The meeting point is Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre (Map) by Comrie.

  Pricing - Private Bookings  £70 (Up to 2 persons)

£25 -Fly Fishing for Beginners  - 10am till 12pm (2hrs)

Caught fish are charged at £3 per fish

Booking Form

 

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For more detail or to book call 01764 663455 or 07973802620 or mail on ian@doitoutdoors.co.......uk 

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  Mountain Biking and Hill walking Guiding TOP

No Need for a Compass or Map - Local Knowledge - Instruction and Advice at Hand - More time to enjoy the scenery

 Put away your maps, relax, enjoy your riding and take in the views. All the trails are an accumulation of local knowledge and offer constantly changing bike/Hiking terrain and views. Most trails are point to point which provide a feeling of discovery and journeying

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  Bushcraft Day with an Optional Overnighter TOP

Perfect if you are looking to escape the office and the modern day stresses.  No experience is required just enthusiasm and an interest in nature and how to work with it. This course is not about  pushing you to your limits so no Rambo's thank you. The first day of this course prepares you for an overnight stay in the woods. Don't worry if your shelter is a flop we have tents you can stay in.  In addition to your shelter building we cover knife and axe work. We prepare and collect wood for the fire and try some fire by friction.  With the use of simple knots we create additional camp structures.  On the second day we start to look closer at the forest and the different trees and plants and their uses.  To keep you safe in the outdoors we teach you how to loss proof yourselves . You will also have the chance to set a number of traps.

  • This courses  from 10am to11.30am next day.
  • Per person price is £50 or £75 (Ratio1:6)
  • These are run mainly for  18+ and on occasion 13 -16yr olds.
  • The meeting point is Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre (Map) by Comrie.
  • Included in the price is , orange juice,tea,coffee and Marshmallows.

   Bring:-

  • Food to cover your meals.
  • Waterproof
  • Sturdy footwear

   For Overnighter

  • Sleeping bag
  • Toiletries
  • Change of cloths
  • Torch

 

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Bushcraft Skills Sessions (Half Days 2pm -4.30pm- unless stated on schedule)

  • Based at Auchingarrich near Comrie.(Map)
  • Under 12s require to be accompanied by an adult. 
  • Youths require to be 8yrs or over.
  • For both activities all equipment will be supplied
  • Bring warm cloths and sturdy boots.
  • £25
  • Skills:-

          -Fire Lighting

          -No Trace Fires

-Backwoods Cooking

-Natural Chords

-Natural Shelter Building

-Knife and Axe Work

-Bushcraft Trek

- Knife Projects

- Setting Up Hammocks and Tarps

-  Bushcraft Gear (Kelly Kettles, strikers, flint & steel, )

-Spirit of Trees (Mythology, Edibility, Medicinal, Other Uses)

-Preparing Game (Pheasants or Rabbits)

£25 -Bushcraft Skill sessions  - 2pm till 4.30pm (2.5hrs)

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Scottish Wood Fair More.

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Birch Bark Collection

Birch Sap

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Tinder Fungus for Fire

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