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

Woodlandwise Summer Camp

Name of child?

How old is your child?

Any medical/dietary requirements that we need to be aware of in advance?

Is there anything you would like us to know about your child before joining the session?

**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**

---

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.**

Forces and Me Forest School

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. 

Forces and Me Forest School 

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!

Forces and Me Forest School - Easter Camp

Raffaela Grimley

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

**Forces and Me Forest School – Holiday Sessions for Forces Families****Location:** Helensburgh*Who it’s for:** Children with a parent cur...

Forces and Me Forest School - Summer Sessions

Please provide the Name and Date of birth of your child

Please provide any information you feel we should know ahead of the session- medical, allergies, learning style

Kilmahew Estate

Woodlandwise Forest School

Duchess Wood

Balloch Castle Country Park

Meeting point

Clachan Glen

Castlewoods 

Arrochar

Garelochhead

Balloch Castle Country Park - Coo lane site

Woodlandwise CIC

In line with our policy of  equity, accessibility and inclusion we operate a sliding scale for tickets. This is the full price ticket for the comfortably waged

Standard

Our reduced rate for those on part-time or minimum wage, in line with our policy on equity, accessibility and inclusion.

Reduced price

In line with our policy of equity, accessibility, this ticket is for. those who are unwaged and in receipt of benefits