We (Jodie and Jordan) have been working to regenerate Tangier Wood, a 10 acre semi-ancient woodland, since 2016.

As a DofE Gold Participant you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting the re-growth and health of Tangier Wood’s native tree species and natural habitats.

You’ll have a fully immersive, off-grid experience – empowered with freedom of action to build the confidence and capabilities to sustain yourself and the woodland resources.

You’ll develop your outdoor skills to live comfortably off-grid; learn about woodland management and conservation; and undertake different methods of sustainable woodland management.

Throughout the week, you can pick up bonus skills such as tracking and ground sign awareness, and natural navigation. You can also have a crack at axe-throwing on our purpose-built axe-throwing range.

Woodland management activities vary with the seasons and can include:
• Coppicing and thinning trees
• Pole sawing and limbing
• Stream management
• Planting and re-wilding
• General maintenance

You’ll be camping in the wood for the 5 days with plenty of time to relax, cook and socialise around the fire. Natural composting toilets and solar showers.

You’ll need to bring:

• Your own camping equipment for the 5 days

• All your own food and cooking equipment for the 5 days