Well Just in from a very productive Wander round the grounds of Arlington Court. And come home with a spring in my step and a big smile. After seeing my demonstrations at the sheepdog trial I have been invited to run the occasional bushcraft themed day for the National Trust.
We have already confirmed 3 dates for next year, and are currently looking at other opportunities for other events; including the potential of two or three day’s courses which will include overnight stays.
Though we took a short walk round a loop of the estate there is a possible 2700 acres of space to explore and host WildPath events. It truly is a venue perfect for Bushcraft courses and considering how difficult it is to find good venues in North Devon this one is something of a gem.
Just on our walk there was an abundance of wild foods like Silverweed,
Bull rush, sorrels, nettles and wood avens to name but a few, but along
with that there is the local wildlife which has been encouraged there
since Victorian times, including its famous Horseshoe bats, and huge
deer herds.
At the moment the confirmed days will be wild foods, Night time walks
(including stellar navigation and Bat watching) and a drop in
bushcrafts day for kids when we will be making bramble bangles and
nettle necklaces.
Dates and other courses will be announced as soon as I have confirmation but all in all another exciting prospect for 2010.
Written by: Dave Roderick.
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