As part of this year's Wildlife Week, we are excited to announce for the second year running a part funded 6-day Forest School programme for ages 5-9.
With thanks to the Youth Commission for Guernsey and Alderney, along with sponsorship from island resident Robin Whicker, our very own Forest School Leader is inviting Alderney’s young people to journey into the trees settling beneath the Sycamore canopy to explore and discover Alderney’s woodland. To gain all of the benefits that come with Forest School, this programme is designed to practise a variety of activities each day, building on skills throughout the week, before a celebratory ceremony on the 6th day.
To catch up on last year’s activities, you can read our Team Wilder Officers blog here; Woodland Explorers Week | Alderney Wildlife Trust
Dates: 27th May- 1st June (May half-term)
Time: 10am-12pm
Ages: 5-9 years
Location: Alderney Community Woodland, meeting point at Blanchard’s path
Cost: £25 for the full 6-day programme
Provision: Snacks included
Bursary: 2 fully funded places available, contact us for more information
Places are limited so please complete the online registration form, email to teamwilder@alderneywildlife.org or call the AWT Information Centre on 01481 822935 to secure your child’s place.
Full Programme:
Sycamore Wood Introduction
Come and meet the sycamore trees and your parachute shelter, nestled beneath Alderney’s Community Woodland. Get to know the site and understand our impact. We will play some games, make a natural picture frame and collect resources for the other activities.
Butterfly Transect with our Butterfly experts & make your own Hape Zome
Share your butterfly knowledge and learn how we manage our butterfly conservation work. We will go on a butterfly transect before making your own Hape Zome Art
Hammock hangout & den building
Love to hang out? Learn how to tie knots and hang your hammocks between 2 trees, you can then have your own time to hang out and gaze at the tree canopy. Build your very own den with the resources you have collected.
Woodland Crafts - Design your own artwork with eco paint
Wood working with local wood. We’ll also use natural pigments to create our own eco paints. Design your very own bag to take home with you.
Minibeasts & make a Jenga set
Discover what minibeasts live in our woodland site using miniature magnifiers to look at the small stuff. Compete in teams to build the perfect den for the minibeasts and fairy folk. Design your own nature inspired Jenga set. Learn about campfire safety.
Campfire Ceremony
This final session you will get to play with your Jenga set and take part in more outdoor games. Learn how to build a campfire before making your own pizza wraps on the open fire followed by a ceremony and warm cacao to celebrate your achievements this week.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
To reserve your child's spot, please fill out the form below and return it to our Wildlife Information Centre or email it to Abbie at teamwilder@alderneywildlife.org.
Please note, that places for the Forest School will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Kit List: Please pack a rucksack for your child to bring with you. If you do not have one, please let us know, we would be happy to lend you one before the week starts.
Snacks will be provided and will cater to dietary requirements
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Insect repellent if required
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Medication if required
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Long sleeves
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Waterproofs
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Suitable footwear (no flipflops, sliders, crocs or sandals)
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Suncream
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Hat
