Wild Passport Training

Unleash the Power of Outdoor Learning with Wild Passport Training!

Wild Passport Training equips educators, leaders, and outdoor enthusiasts with the skills and knowledge to deliver engaging, nature-based learning experiences. Rooted in the principles of progressive outdoor education, this training helps you foster resilience, creativity, and connection with the natural world.

What is Wild Passport?

Wild Passport is a structured framework for outdoor learning that empowers individuals to develop core skills across five key areas:

  1. Woodcraft – Master the safe and effective use of tools for outdoor tasks.
  2. Fire – Learn fire lighting, safety, and the principles of Leave No Trace.
  3. Shelter – Explore shelter-building techniques, from natural materials to tarps.
  4. Rope – Develop skills in knots, hitches, and rope-based constructions.
  5. Nature – Deepen your connection to the environment with wildlife identification, tracking, and ecological understanding.

Who is it For?

Wild Passport Training is perfect for:

  • Forest School practitioners
  • Outdoor educators
  • Play leaders
  • Adventure enthusiasts
  • Anyone passionate about inspiring outdoor exploration

Whether you’re experienced or new to outdoor learning, this training provides step-by-step guidance tailored to your skill level.

 

What to Expect in the Training

  1. Hands-On Skill Development
    • Practice using tools like saws and knives safely.
    • Learn fire-lighting techniques with flint, steel, and natural tinders.
    • Build shelters and rope structures, from hammocks to swings.
  1. Progression and Frameworks
    • Understand how to tailor activities to age and ability levels.
    • Develop a roadmap for learners to progress through Wild Passport stages.
  1. Safety and Risk Management
    • Explore safety protocols and risk-benefit assessments.
    • Learn how to foster a safe and exploratory environment.
  1. Inspiring a Connection to Nature
    • Discover ways to embed ecological understanding into sessions.
    • Help learners build a lasting relationship with the natural world.

 

Why Choose Wild Passport?

  • Structured Learning: Clear, progressive steps to build outdoor competence.
  • Engaging Activities: Packed with practical, hands-on tasks to inspire creativity and physicality.
  • Eco-Friendly Approach: Emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Training Details

The WILD Passport offers two training pathways depending on your skill level and previous experience; Complete and Advanced. Both the Complete and Advanced training pathways are accredited at Level 3.

  • The Complete training pathway is aimed at those who have little or no prior experience of delivering woodland skills or outdoor learning programmes to learners. It is a four day course designed to instil WILD Passport leaders with the full suite of skills necessary to deliver an effective long term programme. Ideal for teachers, youth group leaders and home educators
  • The Advanced training pathway is aimed at those who have prior experience of delivering woodland skills programmes to learners. It is a three day course designed to extend and consolidate existing skills to enable WILD Passport leaders to deliver an effective long term programme. Ideal for Forest School Leaders, Scout Leaders and Bushcraft Leaders.

 

Get Started Today!

Join the growing community of Wild Passport educators and leaders. Equip yourself with the tools and techniques to inspire a new generation of nature explorers.

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