Two Hours of Hands‑On Bushcraft: Family Survival Skills in Crieff

CRIEFF GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Two Hours of Hands‑On Bushcraft: Family Survival Skills in Crieff

A guided, two‑hour outdoor session teaching fire‑making, shelter‑building and knife safety—designed to teach practical skills and confidence in nature.

Two Hours of Hands‑On Bushcraft: Family Survival Skills in Crieff.

Duration
2 hours
Location
Crieff
Operator
Scottish Adventure School
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

On the edge of Crieff, this two‑hour, family‑focused bushcraft session teaches core outdoor skills—fire‑making, shelter construction and knife safety—through hands‑on practice with an expert instructor, offering a safe, engaging way to connect with the landscape and each other.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE FAMILY

Family‑friendly outdoor learning

A structured, approachable introduction to bushcraft designed for participants of all ages, so parents and children learn together in the same session.

THE SKILLS

Core survival techniques

Participants practice essential skills—fire‑making, shelter‑building and safe knife use—through guided, hands‑on activities that focus on practical competence.

THE GUIDE

Expert, hands‑on instruction

An experienced bushcraft instructor leads every stage, supervising activities to ensure safety while encouraging active learning and discovery.

What the day feels like

What the session feels like

The experience is practical and immersive: a brief safety introduction followed by supervised, hands‑on practice of bushcraft techniques and a short wrap‑up to review what you’ve learned—an active, social two‑hour dive into outdoor skills.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this session is best for

1
FamiliesWell suited to families — the session is designed for participants of all ages, allowing parents and children to learn together.
2
Young childrenAppropriate for younger participants: the format supports all‑age involvement and supervised, hands‑on learning.
3
School & educational groupsFits group learning contexts where mixed ages attend; content is introductory and accessible to all ages.
4
Adult beginnersGood for adults new to bushcraft who want a short, introductory, all‑ages session rather than extended fieldcraft courses.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Wear comfortable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear; bring a water bottle and snacks; pack weather‑appropriate gear such as a raincoat, hat or sunscreen; bring a sense of adventure and willingness to learn.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the bushcraft session?

The activity is two hours in duration.

Where do we meet for the activity?

Meeting location is Ardvreck School.

What skills will we learn?

Participants will learn fire‑making, shelter‑building, knife safety and a variety of practical survival techniques.

Is this suitable for children?

Yes — the experience is family‑friendly and suitable for all ages.

What should participants bring?

Bring comfortable outdoor clothing, sturdy footwear, a water bottle, snacks and weather‑appropriate gear (raincoat, hat, sunscreen as needed).

Who leads the session?

An experienced bushcraft expert provides hands‑on guidance and supervises all activities.