IOL Bushcraft PPG Conference
4pm 7th November to 3pm 9th November 2025 at Robin Hood Scout Activity Centre near Mansfield, Nottinghamshire.
Workshops, speakers, discussions, networking
Keynote Speaker
Chris Grice: Reintroducing Rite of Passage in the Modern World
Full programme includes the following:
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Dave Watson |
Feathersticks, Flowers, Hoops and Games |
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Jamie Dakota |
Making Hammocks, for group fun or expedition leading… |
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Natural Navigation |
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Introduction to snowshoe weaving |
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Adam Logan |
Bow making overview |
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Arrow pendant fletching |
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Bow string making workshop |
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Kev Palmer |
Identifying Fungi |
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Nick Winder |
Rushlights - history and how to make them |
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Basic tracking and tracking sticks |
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Diana Brook |
Screen print on to tees and totes |
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Lee John Phillips |
A beginner's guide to spoon carving |
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A beginner's guide to chip carving |
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Alison Ball |
Improving female-friendliness of bushcraft provision (discussion) |
Danny Smith Rideline Ready
There are 3 booking options (with discounts for IOL Members and a discount for FSA Members):
- Full event with all meals camping - plus optional supplement to upgrade to indoor accomodation.
- Saturday only (catered).
- Sunday only (catered).
To whet your appetite whilst you secure your tickets….
Expect all of the much loved regular features such as the express workshops, the sharing of delicious meals around the fire, the ever- popular raffle, the opportunity to meet/ renew acquaintances with like-minded folk, an inspirational speaker and bushcraft work- shops galore.
NB. Please be sure to note any dietary or access requirements that you have in the appropriate box when booking.