This course is a day in length the course outline consists of: 1. The importance of a sharp chisel and plane iron. 2. What chisel should I use and where to find them. 3. Demonstrations of sharp vs blunt. 4. Grinding wheels and sharpening stones explained. 5. Full sharpening demonstrations for chisels and planes. 6. Now get to sharpen as many of your own chisels and plane blades. What's included in the price? tea and coffee throughout the day, please bring lunch, or there is a on site canteen for hot and cold food, or nearby shops. Cancellation policy Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Over the years our 2 day bushcraft course has proven to be our most popular bushcraft course. It’s been carefully designed to initiate you into the joys of outdoor living, although many of the skills that you’ll be taught are easily transferable to other outdoor activities. This 2 day bushcraft course is intended for people who would like to understand what bushcraft is all about and to learn simple, repeatable bushcraft and survival skills. This includes campers, backpackers, hikers and other outdoors people who wish to learn some of the skills required to be comfortable in the outdoors, so that you have the time to really enjoy what is around you. We have people attend who have no previous bushcraft experience as well as those with some prior experience and we can say with absolute honesty that everyone leaves knowing more than when they arrived! During your time spent with us on this bushcraft course, you will: - Learn how to safely use essential bushcraft tools including knife, folding saw and bow saw - Have plenty of practise creating a flame using matches, fire steels, fire pistons, wire wool & a battery, solar mirrors, flint & steel, chemicals and fire by friction - Carve your own honey spreader or spatula from materials you gather in our ancient woodland - Understand the pros and cons of debris shelters, where & how to build one, and sleep in one if you wish - Put up a tarp and hammock using only 3 simple knots that can be tied and untied wearing gloves (you can sleep in a hammock if you like) - Find, filter and purify your own water - Go for a woodland walk to gain an insight into some of the trees and plants around us and what they can be used for - Learn how to sharpen a knife so that it will slice through a sheet of paper - Locate and identify different natural tinders easily found in the woods - Gather your own materials and light a fire following a method that will work in all weather conditions. At the end of this bushcraft course you will have a good working knowledge of the skills needed to enjoy your time in the woods or enhance your camping or outdoor activities. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. What's included in the price? Included in the price is: - Breakfast and dinner - Hot and cold drinks - Tools, equipment and materials Cancellation policy Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts
The Carpentry and Joinery: 8 in 1 Premium Courses Bundle merges the craft of woodwork with the structure of modern project management. This bundle covers core carpentry theory alongside vital topics such as architecture basics, purchasing and procurement strategies, logistics, and interior design. PUWER and RIDDOR modules ensure you understand safety regulations and reporting obligations without the jargon. Perfect for learners aiming to strengthen their knowledge of joinery principles and the administrative side of construction projects, this bundle offers a broad scope of theory. From appreciating design aesthetics to grasping the finer points of quality assurance, it’s an all-encompassing guide for those interested in the trade’s intellectual side. Learning Outcomes: Understand carpentry concepts and woodworking design fundamentals Learn PUWER and RIDDOR regulations for workplace safety awareness Explore architectural principles relevant to building and joinery projects Study purchasing, procurement, and supply chain management basics Gain knowledge of logistics and transportation within construction Understand interior design fundamentals and quality assurance processes Who is this Course For: Aspiring carpenters seeking theory-based joinery knowledge Construction project assistants involved in procurement and logistics Interior design enthusiasts wanting foundational building knowledge Health and safety officers reviewing PUWER and RIDDOR standards Architecture students exploring practical construction administration Quality assurance coordinators overseeing joinery and build projects Warehouse and transport staff supporting construction supply chains Anyone curious about the organisation behind successful building work Career Path (UK Average Salaries): Carpenter and Joiner – £32,000/year Procurement Officer – £30,500/year Site Safety Coordinator – £33,000/year Logistics Supervisor – £28,000/year Interior Design Assistant – £26,500/year Quality Assurance Technician – £29,000/year
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Make this unusual Polish basket using English willow. You will be able to choose your own combination of willows making your basket truly individual. During the day you will learn several key weaving techniques and find out how the willow is grown, harvested and processed The course is suitable for beginners or improvers. Refreshments included. Please bring your own lunch.
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