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They hold the secret to jungle survival. They know how to build shelters in the tamarind trees, how to make bridges from bamboo, how to catch fish with a spear, how to start fires using sticks, and how to cook the most delicious rainforest treats! They’re the ultimate jungle bushcraft experts.
This week, it's your chance to become just as jungle-ready as they are! You‘ll start by getting to grips with survival skill number one - building shelters and mastering techniques for knots and lashings. And to really make the most of those shelters, you’ll learn about the importance of jungle hammocks and how to construct them, and then make windchimes to lull you into a nice sleep! For the ultimate skills in survival you’ll discover how to filter water using bamboo, make mosquito-repellent bracelets, concoct healing jungle lip balms, and track animals. You’ll also find out all about the fascinating cultures of different indigenous tribes and make your own Indonesian tribal mask.
There’ll be so many things to do and explore, you’ll quickly work up an appetite, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Throughout the week you’ll be trying out your cooking skills, jungle-style! Learn to barbeque fish and bake Indonesian flatbreads over the fire, drink sweet jasmine tea made using Kelly kettles, sample delicious roasted crickets, and to finish off the week, you’ll get to enjoy some delicious banana fritters around the campfire.
Please note that our daily itinerary is a guide, and some activities may need to be changed or rescheduled when circumstances occasionally make it difficult for us to run them, including poor weather. We’ll always do our best to offer enjoyable alternatives and, wherever possible, run the planned activity on an alternative day.
TYPE OF MISSION
Bushcraft
RECOMMENDED AGE RANGE
11 - 13 (Years 6 - 8)
Because of the nature of this mission and the specific skills and activities involved, it is only suitable for children aged 11 and above. If you have any questions or would like to discuss whether it’s right for your child, please feel free to call or email the team - we’ll be very happy to advise.
FACILITATION
Both Lead and Support Facilitators on this type of mission are Bushcraft Professionals or Forest School Practitioners. We operate an overall ratio of between 1:8 and 1:10 in our camps. All facilitators are DBS and reference checked; all undergo The Hive in-house safeguarding training. Sites include fully qualified First Aiders.
MISSION DURATION
Five-day mission with the flexibility to book 1 - 5 days.
DAILY TIMES
The mission runs from 9.30am to 4pm.
END OF MISSION SHOWCASE
All Hive missions finish with an exhibition, showcase or performance for parents. The format depends on each particular mission. We usually ask parents to arrive between 15 and 30 minutes early to get the most out of the showcases.
PRICES
The price for this five day mission start at £81.00 per child for 1 day. We also offer sibling, multi-week and group discounts. Please click here to see our price list.
HIVE T-SHIRT
One free Hive T-Shirt is given to each child on this mission. Replacements will be charged for at a rate of £8 per T-shirt.
