LAURENCEKIRK ECO TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Holiday Club: Childhood Rediscovered in the Laurencekirk Woods
Woodland day sessions for children combining bushcraft, arts, music and campfire cooking; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Holiday Club: Childhood Rediscovered in the Laurencekirk Woods.
Spend a day in the woods where play is the program’s north star: Holiday Club in Laurencekirk mixes bushcraft, arts and crafts, music and campfire cooking so children can learn practical skills, explore the forest and make friends—rain or shine.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Unstructured Woodland Play
Full-day sessions prioritize play in the forest setting, giving children time and space to explore, investigate local wildlife and practise practical outdoor skills under supervision.
Bushcraft, Music and Campfire Cooking
Sessions include a deliberate mix of bushcraft and hands-on activities: supervised skill-building, campfire cooking and creative music and arts elements that teach care of the natural world while having fun.
Inclusive, Friendship-Focused Days
The Holiday Club is intentionally inclusive—children build social skills and friendships while leaders work to overcome barriers to access so everyone can join the fun.
What the day feels like
What a day feels like
A Holiday Club day is a slow, social loop through the woods: arrival into an outdoor base, rotations through skill sessions such as bushcraft and arts, shared time around a campfire for cooking and lunch, and open play that lets kids test limits and form bonds—whatever the weather.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this Holiday Club suits—and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run as full-day holiday sessions; each session lasts 5 hours.
Bring a packed lunch and a drink; waterproof clothing and wellies are recommended year-round. If you lack gear, the operator can provide loan items on request.
Waterproofs and wellies keep bugs and dirt out; for very messy play, include a change of clothes for the journey home.
For queries or cancellations contact [email protected] or 07411490219; let the operator know in advance if you need to borrow spare gear.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is each Holiday Club session?
Each full-day session runs for 5 hours.
What should my child wear?
Waterproof clothing and wellies are recommended year-round; bring a change of clothes if your child tends to get very muddy.
Do I need to bring food?
Yes—please bring a packed lunch and a drink as children share lunch around the campfire.
What if we don’t have the right outdoor gear?
Not having the right gear should not be a barrier; contact the operator to arrange borrowing spare items.
Who can I contact for queries or cancellations?
For queries and cancellations contact [email protected] or call 07411490219.
Is the Holiday Club suitable for all ages?
The Holiday Club is described as an all-ages offering and the operator runs inclusive sessions to help overcome access barriers.