News and stories
David Bowie Tribute Summer Camp
Thursday, 15 September 2016
Ground Control to Major Tom
This summer, Reigate and Redhill District descended on Park Farm, a campsite run by Woodcraft Folk. This was a new site for us, and a new direction in the theming of camps!
We have tended to theme a camp about a local place or historical person – but this time we went with broadening our cultural knowledge into the relatively recent history – back into the youth of some of the leaders! Prehistory to the kids!
Yorkhill and Kelvingrove Community Gala Day
Wednesday, 14 September 2016
On Sunday September 11th Kelvingrove Woodcraft Folk joined forces with the Glasgow Children's Wood to run the children's activities at the Yorkhill and Kelvingrove Community Gala Day. About 300 people attended including about 100 children and young people.
IFM Camp 2016 - Report
Wednesday, 31 August 2016
Welcome to another World
220 Woodies from about 20 different districts attended the IFM camp; after the Catalans we were the second largest foreign
group. Most of us lasted the two weeks, some came for one week only. The central catering took some getting used to and we missed the bonding that happens in the cooking clans. But there was lots of good stuff too.
Bonfire Night - planning ahead
Tuesday, 30 August 2016
Campfires are a key part of the Woodcraft Folk experience and bonfire night is a great opportunity for singing and eating aroung a fire when camping season is just a distant memory. And as a regular part of our activities, properly organised camp fires are covered by our regular insurance.
Bromley Elfin Weekend
Friday, 26 August 2016
Bromley Elfin weekend got off to a high note as we visted Box Hill nature play trail and stunning view point.
During our stay the Elfins visited the Faurefold Guide site, explored the woods and then spent a happy evening crafting; tye deying, latern making and hama bead designing.
March with Woodcraft for Refugees
Wednesday, 24 August 2016
On 17th September, Woodcraft are demonstrating in solidarity with refugees in London.
Folk Supply-Venturer Camp 2016 T-shirts
Wednesday, 17 August 2016
Venturer Camp 2016 T-shirts
Have you just returned from having a brilliant time at Venturer Camp? Didn’t get a chance to buy a Venturer Camp t-shirt? You are in luck, a small supply have been returned to Folk Office and are available on a first come first serve basis. Sizes are limited so don’t delay.
Woodcraft Folks AGM 2016 - Bookings Open!!
Thursday, 11 August 2016
Come along to this years AGM on Saturday 24 September at 10am held at the Birmingham & Midland Institute, just a few minutes walk from Birmingham New Street station.
Venturer Camp Programme
Monday, 25 July 2016
The Venturer Camp programme is now ready!! Participants can now take their first look at an overview of the camps programme. Vcamp begins on 6th August at Drum Hill Scout Site in Derby. We look forward to seeing you all there!!
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