
Down the Woods - Forest School
Down the Woods provides Forest School and other activities within the home counties.
Down the Woods provide a wealth of services such as:
Forest School
Forest School Training
Woodland adventure days
Team building
Parent Group sessions
After School clubs
Playscheme days known as “Wild in the Woods”
Bushcraft for adults, families and young people
Family Saturday Club
Mini Adventurers Club
Operating as usual


Look forward to welcome you to Nature buddies. On 17th Jan 10-11.30am. https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods =ev-slud-20250117100000

Time to come out of hibernation! Nature buddies is back 17th Jan 10-11.30am https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods/e/ev-slud-20250110100000
Be great to have you along. Our cosy cabin has heating and warm with lots of lovely things to play with.

Forest School: Skills, Safety, and Creativity!
Join us for an action-packed day that blends learning, adventure, and fun! 31st January 9.30-4pm
Learn about essential policies and procedures for creating a comprehensive Forest School handbook.
Discover the art and safety of fire lighting, with hands-on practice.
Explore the critical role of the Forest School leader and their responsibilities.
Master the use of Kelly kettles and get hands-on with tool safety through our informative tool talk and drills.
Craftafternoon:
Unleash your creativity with woodland crafts
Continue practicing fire lighting, sourcing dry resources sustainably.
Wind down with a cozy moment, cooking popcorn over a fire.
Reflect and Review:
Wrap up the day by contributing to a reflective diary and reviewing your journey through Forest School so far.
A perfect balance of skills, safety, and storytelling awaits.
Come and be part of the adventure!
book your spot today!
https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods =ev-sxw5-20250131093000

Forest School Training: Master Tools, Risk, and Shelter Building. 24/1/25
Step up your Forest School game with our immersive training.
This hands-on session will focus on practical skills, safety, and risk management, including:
Saw Tools Talk: Learn the safe and effective use of saws for outdoor activities.
Sawing for Slices: Practice sawing techniques to create perfect slices for projects.
Woods: Deepen your understanding of different wood types and their uses.
Hapa Zone & Leaves ID: Identify leaves and explore the importance of Hapa zones.
Introduction to Risky Play: Understand the value of risky play in nature and how to implement it safely.
Shelter Building & Knots: Learn to build shelters with essential knots like the timber hitch and tension knot.
Safety Bag Game: Test your preparedness by seeing what’s in your safety bag!
Risk/Benefit Assessment: Learn how to assess risk and the benefits of each activity through dynamic risk assessments.
Assignment: Create risk assessments for all the tools and activities you’ve learned.
If you’re ready to embrace risk and responsibility in the outdoors, this day is for you. Don’t miss out on developing vital skills for outdoor education! Register now for an unforgettable day of practical learning.
https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods =ev-s64p-20250124093000

Forest School Training: Dive Deeper Into Outdoor Learning.
Join us for an immersive second day of Forest School training, designed to deepen your knowledge and skills in woodland education.
On this exciting day, we will:
Tree ID Game: Get active and learn tree identification in a fun, interactive way.
Fairy Houses & Den Structures: Explore the art of building creative woodland shelters and fairy homes.
Tree ID Resources: Work in groups to sharpen your tree identification skills using helpful resources.
Types of Woodland: Learn about different woodland environments and their unique characteristics.
Environmental Impact Assessment: Discuss the benefits of using woodland spaces and plan a 3-year management strategy.
1,2,3 – Where Are You?: A fun activity to engage with tree varieties and their significance.
Sit Spot: Find peace and reflect in your own personal woodland space.
Homework & Criteria: Discuss your assignments and explore evaluation strategies.
Research on Well-being: Delve into articles on the positive impact of woodland connection on mental health.
Perfect for those who want to strengthen their connection with nature while enhancing their Forest School practice. Register now for a day of learning, connection, and growth!
https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods =ev-sl5t-20250117093000

Forest School Training Recap Session
Join us for a hands-on recap session of Forest School principles and skills! 10th January 9.30-4pm
This one-day training is designed to refresh and deepen your understanding of essential outdoor learning techniques.
What’s included:
Principles of Forest School: Explore the core values of Forest School, guided by the FSA principles.
Tool Talk: Learn how to safely use loppers and other essential tools in the forest.
Wood, Leaf & Tree ID: Master the basics of identifying local flora and fauna.
Coppicing Hazel: Get practical experience with this traditional skill.
Clove Hitch: Learn the versatile knot perfect for outdoor use.
Frame Building: Discover the technique of square lashing to create durable frames.
Reflection Diary: Develop your reflective practice with guided journaling.
Homework: Begin compiling your handbook policies and flora/fauna ID.
We'll finish the day with a thoughtful review, using frames to reflect on your learning journey.
Perfect for educators and nature lovers looking to enhance their outdoor teaching skills—Book now to secure your spot!
https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods =ev-sbg5-20250110093000

How about becoming a Forest School leader?
You could join our Fast track Forest school training dates being 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st January, 7th, 14th, 28th February and 7th March.
Being held in our wood near Kings Langley.
For more info https://www.downthewoods.org/forest-school-leader-training

Fancy joining the children in the forest?
You could join our Fast track Forest school training dates being 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st January, 7th, 14th, 28th February and 7th March.
Being held in our wood near Kings Langley.
For more info https://www.downthewoods.org/forest-school-leader-training

Wellbeing Wednesday 5-6pm Welwyn Garden Cotu library
https://bookwhen.com/down the woods =ev-smoy-20241211170000

Join us on a journey through stillness, introspection and empowerment at WGC Library.
Explore the beautiful inner space of the mind each Wednesday.
Tickets are £10 and we will be hosting the sessions at Campus West Library, Welwyn Garden City
To book your slot go to ==> https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods/e/ev-sibf-20241209144500

Looking for a space to unwind, connect, and share the joys and challenges of parenting? This group is designed for parents with young children to come together in a relaxed and supportive environment.
What we offer:
A friendly space to foster positive wellbeing
activities to keep the little ones happily engaged whilst you chat.
Tickets are £10 and the group will be hosted at Campus West Library, Welwyn Garden City.
to book your spot go to ==> https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods/e/ev-sibf-20241209144500

Practicing cooking cinnamon sugar apples ready for the winter festival.
Quick book before I eat them all!
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Making a wreath out of brambles. Cut some brambles, drill a hole in the bottom of a tin, pull the brambles through the hole, bend into a ring!

Looking forward to our Nature buddies group this week. Friday 10-11.30am or 1-2.30pm Lots of lovely natural crafts to try.
We’re keen to have along any children who are home educated too.
https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods

A pile of wreath rings ready for the Winter festival.
Saturday 7th December 2-4.30pm at St Paul’s Waldenbury Walled Garden.
Everyone welcome!
Make a lantern, help create a natural labyrinth which we will then parade the lantern around. https://bookwhen.com/downthewoods =ev-se9w-20241207140000

We're very excited to offer our first fast track Forest School training. Every Friday term time from the 10th January to the 7th March.
Delivered with the some care as our regular Forest School training but with the twist of being complete in a few months as long as you keep up with the coursework!
More info and to book www.downthewoods.org
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