**Forces and Me Forest School – Holiday Sessions for Forces Families**

**Location:** Duchess Wood, Helensburgh  
**Who it’s for:** Children with a parent currently serving in the armed forces and who are Primary aged or S1

- **Sunday 26th 10.30-12.30 and 1.00-3.00**
- **Friday 31st 10.30-12.30 (ASN Session) and 1.00-3.00**

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Join us for some Summer woodland adventures, discovery and connection at our *Forces and Me Forest School* sessions – specially designed for children from armed forces families, in the Month of the Military child.

These fun and supportive sessions give children the chance to unwind, explore nature and build confidence in a calm, nurturing outdoor setting. Through typical forest school activities like den building, fire lighting, nature crafts, tool use, games, and team challenges, participants develop practical skills, resilience, and strong peer bonds.

Each day is tailored to the age group attending, with a focus on creativity, cooperation and wellbeing.

This holiday we are offering one dedicated ASN session with limited numbers, and the option for one parent to stay if preferred.

Led by experienced forest school practitioners- Helen & Lynne, these sessions offer a space to relax, make new friends, and enjoy the benefits of nature – especially important for children navigating the unique challenges of military family life.

**Free to attend – limited spaces available. Booking essential. Only for those families of active serving armed force personnel whose children are of Primary School age, or S1.**

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Lucy Bentley

Grace absolutely loved her time at forest school, she was talking about it for the rest of the day asking to go back. Thank you for putting this on such a great experience 

Sommer Edgcumbe-Allan

My son and his friend had an amazing time at the Forrest school, they keep asking when the next one is! 

Ewan Smith

Had the best time making fishing rods and eating smores!! Learned about how to stay safe when using fire outdoors too.
Can't wait to go on the next one!

Ollie  Kettles

Ollie always loves forest school. As soon as he came home yesterday he asked me to book again for next time. 

Ethan Wheeler

I enjoyed it alot. I would definitely come again

Jack Sierota 

My 5 year old son had a wonderful time in the woods with Lynn & Helen. It was pouring with rain but they had a perfect set up with shelter & hot chocolate. My son has been asking when he can go back! Would definitely recommend. 

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Siobhan Dickson

Alfie absolutely loves forest school , no matter the weather he has fun and comes home full of smiles. The ladies who run it are fantastic and would recommend for anyone thinking about siging their little one up.

Alison  Clark

My daughter had a fantastic time at the Forces and Me Forest School in Helensburgh! She was like a bottle of pop when she came home, telling us about all of her adventures...and with a slingshot to play with too. So cool!

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Raffaela Grimley

My daughther had a brilliant time , she made la few items and had great fun 

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Woodlandwise Summer Camp is a valuable investment, offering quality time away from daily distractions while fostering holistic whole child development through activities that build confidence, creativity, and resilience. It nurtures a deep connection to nature, inspiring environmental stewardship and sustainable practices, while promoting physical fitness and reducing stress. Children benefit from self-led, hands-on, curiosity-driven experiences, they learn to manage risk, work as a team, and develop their individuality and skills while becoming part of a like-minded community, creating lasting friendships and memories. 

  
Join us for a fun filled session in Duchess Woods, Helensburgh. We would love to see some friendly faces, old and new, for some woodland crafts, bush craft, campfire cooking, den building, games and more! We welcome all children of primary age to these sessions. If you would like to attend, but are unsure about any aspect, please do get in touch- we are happy to discuss and make any adjustments possible to ensure that this event is enjoyable and inclusive for all.

Woodlandwise Summer Camp is a chance for children to breathe some fresh air, have a constructive reason to get away from screens and a chance to get muddy, create, explore both their own abilities and the wider environment, no skills or previous experience required

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Woodland Wellbeing for Families is a gentle, nature-based series of seven monthly sessions, designed to support families to slow down, connect with the natural world, and build meaningful relationships with one another.

This programme represents a progression of our Woodlandwise wellbeing offer, made possible thanks to additional funding from Third Sector Interface and developed directly in response to participant feedback and growing demand for ongoing, family-centred support in nature.

Meeting once a month allows families to experience the woodland through the seasons, noticing changes in the landscape while reflecting on growth, resilience, and wellbeing in their own lives. Each session offers opportunities for shared exploration, play, creativity, reflection, and calm time outdoors, guided by experienced Woodlandwise facilitators.

Families are encouraged to attend the full series, as relationships naturally deepen over time. Over the months, the group forms a supportive woodland community where friendships grow, confidence builds, and families feel connected and supported by one another.

Sessions are relaxed, inclusive, and accessible, with activities adaptable for a range of ages and abilities. No previous experience is needed – just curiosity, suitable outdoor clothing, and a willingness to spend time together in nature.

We will typically enjoy a a shared snack, prepared on the fire, a hot drink, some woodland crafts, woodland play, enjoy some woodland mindfulness or forest bathing, and learn a littke about the woodland habitat and wildlife.

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Lynn Keys

A place of relaxation, fun, learning new experiences and great to be in the company of wonderful inspiring women.

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Sarah Strachan

Caroline encouraged a relaxing woodland experience where there were interesting activities available ( loved picture making with the hammer!) but the emphasis was on doing- or not doing- as you pleased. It was a pleasure to take time and just ‘be’ in the woods, listening to birdsong and watching the shoots of spring emerging from the ground. A red  squirrel played in the trees in the spring sunshine- idyllic. Delicious soup cooked over the fire was a treat as were the orange brownies. Thank you to all who helped make it a lovely woodland experience 

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Shuna  Gillies

Fantastic Easter holiday session, the kids loved it & very cool to get hands on wood crafting experience with tools, play in the burn and the toasted apple slices went down a storm!  Brilliant experience & my 8 year old can’t wait to book for the summer sessions!  Thank you 😊 

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Gerena Sumen

It is a lovely atmosphere in the outdoors. A warm welcome awaits you from Helen and Lynn the organisers. We create new crafts and learn new skills. I always leave with calm and feel a whole lot better. It is my weekly endorphins fix. 

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Orla  Shaw

A really enjoyable afternoon with lots of fun activities.  Thank you!

Lisa Cosgrove

Woodlandwise women’s wellbeing groups are amazing. Come rain or shine we have shared time and space to be ourselves, enjoy the fresh air and the outdoors. Great activities if you wish, delicious soup/food and lovely people. Lynne and Helen provide a welcoming and understanding space that has made me want to come back every week. The whole experience has enriched my life, thank you both so much. 

Caroline McNair

Fabulous, as always, an amazing, stimulating yet calm space to just 'be' and yet inspire creativity and imagination. Provides a whole new perspective on the world! (Literally!)
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