Outdoor skills 1

Outdoor skills 1 includes the basics of skills of the nature life. The course consists of weekend course 3.-5.5.2024 at Kotkanpesä, Evitskog. It is instructed by the members and trainers of the Outdoor skill group of the Metropolitan Area Scouts. Course is in English.

The course is best suited for those who want to practice in basic outdoor skills. After the you know the basics of outdoor accommodation, making a fire, cooking, and orienteering. You will also become familiar with the general tricks of being in nature and every person's rights.

The equipment and skills training of the course corresponds in content to SP's outdoor training. There are no initial knowledge requirements for the course. Target group is trackers, explorers, and adults. Any parent who wants to brush up outdoor skills or wants to learn in practice what we do in the nature are also welcome. The course is free of charge. Transportation to Kotkanpesä is by carpooling. We start Friday evening and will be back in late afternoon on Sunday.

We should be at Korkanpesä on Friday at 1800 hrs. Car pooling is needed!
For any questions send email to office(at)wildeagles.fi

Packing list:

Scout scarf

Backpack

Sleeping bag (comfort 0 C preferred)

Sleeping pad

Jacket

Trousers

Shoes for outdoor (gore-tex or rubber boots)

Rain jacket

Rain trousers

Underwear short x 2

Underwear long

T-shirt, short sleeves x 1-2

T-shirt, long sleeves x 1-2

Mid-layer (fleece or wool sweater)

Socks x 3 (better to use merinowool or polyester than cotton socks)

Wool socks

Beanie

Gloves

Tube scarf

Scout scarf

Headlamp and spare batteries

Compass

Knife

Matches

Cutlery (spoon, plate, mug) in a textile bag

Water bottle

Personal hygiene equipment (tootbrush and toothpaste, small towel)

Personal medication

Small first aid kit (band-aids, first aid bandage)

Tissues

Pen and paper/notebook

Take if you like:

Pillow

Sunglasses

Teddy bear