1756 Educators providing Outdoor courses

oak and smoke tannery

Oak and Smoke Tannery is dedicated to Natural Tanning and Traditional Leatherwork. Oak and Smoke Tannery is made up of Jane Robertson and Jessie Watson Brown. We are two individuals with a passion for the wildness in nature and the skills that enable us to live closely to the earth. Through this journey… we discovered tanning! The tanning processes we practise use only natural ingredients – locally harvested tree barks such as Oak and Willow, oils and Smoke. We tan and sell leather, rawhide and unique leather handcrafts. The Heritage Crafts association has categorised tanning as ‘critically endangered’ as a craft because there are so few people practising it and even less teaching it. We intend to demystify the art of tanning by teaching simple methods, with simple tools. This is how we were taught and how we still practise. We learned tanning in Washington State in America and more recently from traditional tanners in Scandinavia.  We love the discovery of learning how different skins and processes work, and seeing the alchemical change that they go through during the tanning process. When we first returned from America lots of people were asking us to teach them tanning so we set up our first hide camp. The first year was small with a group of friends, and it was a booming success. Since then its grown and grown every year and now we run numerous camps every year, as well as guest teaching on other courses and offering individual tuition. All this as well as of course tanning leather ourselves on Dartmoor and in Mid Wales. We would love to see tanning become normal in peoples homes, as it once would have been. Most of the UK's domestic animal skins get exported to other countries or tanned in chemically intensive commercial tanneries, and most wild animal skins are wasted - its heart breaking! We have very high standards when it comes to ethics and the environment [https://www.oakandsmoketannery.co.uk/ethics]. All our skins are by-products of farming and hunting, otherwise discarded.

freedive northern ireland

to do this training, Hanno has it all:- Excellent instruction, Great equipment, Stunning location, Relaxed atmosphere, Right balance of Theory, breathing practice and plenty of sea dive time. All carried out in a Covid 19 compliant SAFE manner. I've dived, surfed, kayak and swam in the sea but this is

forge learning

We see a future in which natural learning approaches; Forest School and curriculum based Outdoor Learning are integrated into all educational settings. We believe that this can be achieved by offering high quality, professional, accredited training which is accessible and tailored to the specific needs of our clients, hand in hand with a robust support system and a practical straightforward approach to making things happen

adventure pro

To provide a value for money service, enhancing customer’s own businesses with international best practice knowledge and skills drawn from 30 plus years of experience in and for the Adventure Industry. Providing a set of “Fresh Eyes” for your business. My Vision Is to help develop an industry that provides efficient operational systems and genuine pathways to a professional career for staff facilitating adventure based activities to it’s clients by utilising the most effective and cost efficient methods possible whilst retaining full compliance and safety for all. Becoming an Adventure Instructor/Guide should be a perfectly normal career choice free from poor workplace experiences and unnecessary training or burdens designed more to make money for others rather than enhancing the work experience of the Instructor/Guide.. My Standards There are many different standards applied throughout the world. I hold qualifications from three different countries, Australia, South Africa and the UK, and worked with the UIAA International Training Standards Commission for 10 years. This experience brings a good overview of the industry standards worldwide. I am pleased to say that I adhere to the ATTA Guide Qualifications & Performance Standard as far as is possible, but understand that individual operators may not need to fulfill all aspects of the standard. WHY CHOOSE ADVENTUREPRO Thirty Plus years global experience providing excellent service regarding the sustainable commercial, social and environmental impact of systems and activities with safety and safeguarding as a priority. Andrew Friedemann along with his wife Michelle, own AdventurePro, Andrew is the primary person carrying out its functions personally. With international experience and qualifications in a diverse range of specialisations and a core value of operating in a ‘Lean Business’ environment, AdventurePro can offer cost effective systems and services to any business. With thirteen years experience providing high quality training and administration for Government funded projects in the Outdoor and Adventure industries,we specialise in developing efficient and cost effective training and operations solutions based on real workplace demands experienced in developing countries adapted to first world situations and compliance. There is no need to reinvent the wheel, or throw away money when the same job can be done cheaply yet effectively.

sd adventures

The SD in SD Adventures stands for spotty dog. Our company "Spotty Dog Adventures" was setup to bring outdoor education into schools. We quickly realised that our instructors didn't really use their qualifications at the schools so started offering more grown up adventures on the SD Adventure website. All of our instructors are first aid trained, qualified and insured to run our adventures as well as having years of experience within the outdoor environment.

insight activities (new forest)

lloyd langford expedition training ltd

Lloyd Langford Expedition Training Limited is an outdoor services, education and training provider founded in Sheffield, South Yorkshire by Christopher Lloyd, Ross Langford and David De-Costa. Born in early 2014 from a passion to teach, coach skills, nurture development in others and work on the rivers and in the hills for a living, we have grown to become an incredibly successful and eagerly expanding company. Currently operating nationwide, we run bespoke and accredited outdoor sports and first aid courses, expeditions, outdoor projects and work with a large number of communities and organisations across an incredible range of industries, professions and workplaces. We’re proud to boast a relaxed and professional approach to helping our clients learn and achieve their goals during our courses. Our Ethos and Practices: Here at Lloyd Langford we aim to provide an excellent service to all our clients. We strive to promote positive safety practices, understanding, preservation, learning and enjoyment within the commercial and outdoor environment. By upholding these elements we have a reputation for our reliability, performance and values. Choosing Us: We’re proud to boast a relaxed and professional approach to helping you learn and achieve your goals during your time with us. We have an incredible team of reputable instructors, all selected for their experience, dedication to their chosen disciplines, and their standout passion for helping people develop themselves and their skills So if you’re looking to sharpen up your paddle strokes, take your first holds on a climbing wall, get out on the mountains or learn vital first aid skills, get in touch and see what we can do for you

big school camp

I began my career as a PE Teacher and have always had a desire to continually train, learn and develop. I am a Level 3 Forest Schools instructor with many years’ experience with working with all age groups. I am also a Community Responder and University of Brighton Sports Alumnus of the Year award Winner.

council for learning outside the classroom

Incorporated in December 2008, the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom formally assumed responsibility and leadership for learning outside the classroom from the [then] Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) on the 1st April 2009. The premise of LOtC has been supported by many individuals and organisations over the years. The launch of the LOtC Manifesto by the then Secretary of State in November 2006 marked a significant step forward in recognising and promoting the benefits of LOtC in young people’s educational attainment and social, emotional and personal development. The ‘Out and About Package’ was launched in 2008 to support learning outside the classroom through: The LOtC website which provides information, advice and guidance designed to help schools, educational practitioners and others working with young people to plan, run and evaluate exciting and challenging LOtC activities. The LOtC Quality Badge. This is a national accreditation recognising organisations that provide good quality educational experiences and manage risk effectively. Supported by the majority of Local Authority Outdoor Education Advisers, the LOtC Quality Badge makes it easier for anyone organising educational visits to gain approval and provides assurance that their chosen destination has met 6 nationally recognised quality

river and dale adventures

River and Dale Adventures is an outdoor activity provider offering beginner experience days, skills development courses, personalised adventures and multi-day expeditions in a variety of adventurous activities throughout Northern England, Wales and Scotland. We endeavour to provide the highest level of customer service through knowledgable and qualified instruction, paramount safety, equal opportunities and inclusion and above all else fun and enjoyable experiences at the best possible venues in the United Kingdom! So whether you are looking for fun Experience sessions to get a taste for adventure, Expand your knowledge and skills or simply want to Explore the great outdoors we have the perfect package for you!