Social media graphics
On this page in the side panel, you can download PDF versions of social media graphics that you can use to advertise your group to young people, parents and carers, and potential volunteers. In addition to this, we have provided a leaflet to help with volunteer recruitment for your local group. We are constantly creating […]
Change of information form
Please use this form to update us on changes to your Woodcraft Folk volunteering or membership, personal information, or if you wish to cancel your membership/stop volunteering. It’s important to let us know about any changes to your contact information so our records can be kept up to date and we’re able to contact you […]
Get in touch with us – Setting up a new group
Thank you for taking the next step in your decision to start a new Woodcraft Folk group. Whether you’re at the point of registering your interest or just want more information you may want to take advantage of joining our New Groups community or booking a call with our Membership & Group Manager to talk […]
Access Membership on Groop – Tutorial video
This short tutorial explains how Membership Secretaries can access membership and screening information for the volunteers in their District. It covers the new membership process, how to access and view the people section and produce reports. If you have any questions regarding Groop, please email groop@woodcraft.org.uk.
Managing Behaviour Webinar
This webinar looks at how leaders can promote positive and cooperative behaviour at group night and overcome challenges as a group. The session focuses on different techniques that can be implemented to ensure safe resolution and prevention. Recorded in 2023.
Have a Good Weekend!
Advice for volunteers attending their first Woodcraft Folk camp or residential trip
Glossary
Woodcraft Folk has been delivering activities for young people for almost 100 years. Over this time, there are phrases and words that are traditionally used to refer to certain activities, roles or parts of Woodcraft folk activities and camping and residential trips.
What to bring to camp / Kitlist
All Woodcraft Folk activities will be slightly different and you will need to slightly adapt your kit list for each event depending on time of year, the expected weather, which activities you will take part in, age of participants and the length of the event. It is good practice to share the recommended kit list […]
Transport to Camps & Residentials
Advice on transporting volunteers, young people and equipment to your campsite or residential venue
Gas Safety Guidance
Advice for groups on the safe use of bottled gas (LPG cylinders) for cooking at camp
Wild Camping
Wild camping can offer the ultimate back-to-nature experience for small groups, whether as part of a trek or expedition, or a night away from a longer camp
Camp Finance
Different groups have different approaches to covering the cost of trips, and there is no one ‘correct’ way to do it. However, as a general principle, Woodcraft Folk groups should do their best to make sure that the cost of activities doesn’t exclude anyone from participating. The simplest first step is to set a price […]