DofE Gold Residential

Since buying Tangier Wood in 2016, we (Jodie and Jordan) have been working to regenerate this 10acre semi-ancient woodland. As a DofE Gold Participant, you'll play a hands-on role in supporting the re-growth and health of its 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.

 

On days one and two, you’ll develop your outdoor skills to comfortably live and look after yourself while living off-grid. You’ll also learn how to make tools in our woodland blacksmithing forge, as well as skin a deer with our licensed game keeper.

 

On days three to four, you’ll learn about woodland sustainability and biodiversity, and undertake different methods of sustainable woodland management. You can also have a crack at axe-throwing and archery.

 

Day five you’ll put all your learning and skills into practice to work your own patch of woodland in line with the goals you set for yourself and your team.

 

Throughout the week, Jordan will also dig into his 22yr military experience to offer up bonus skills on tracking and ground sign awareness, and navigation using the natural environment (sun, moon, stars, trees, wind).

 

You’ll achieve your John Muir Discover Award - which is a nationally recognised environmental award focused on wild places - as part of your DofE experience.

 

You’ll be camping for the 5 days with plenty of time to relax and socialise around the fire. You’ll be cooking all your meals over the open fire, so by the end of the week you’ll be proficient in campfire cooking. We have environmentally friendly composting toilets and solar showers onsite.