Dryad Bushcraft CIC

31/08/2025

Could this be the ultimate survival knife?

In this video we put the Terävä Skrama 240 to the test in the woods. Known for its rugged design and chopping power, the Skrama is a favorite among bushcraft...

27/08/2025

Being prepared means taking control of your own resources and not relying on systems that you have little or no agency over. This includes government's, banks and other financial institutions.

With increasing concern over the state of the Global economy it makes sense to hedge your bets against financial issues.

Leigh Price from The Bug Out explains the logic behind crypto from the perspective of Preparedness.

Financial crash coming? How do you Prepare? Is cryptocurrency useful for preppers? In this video, I take a look at – a new crypto coin built for t...

25/08/2025

This is going to be amazing.

We have some fantastic news to share today. Mark your Calendars, as the Global Bushcraft Symposium will be back in Alberta in 2028. Timings, location, and details will be released over the next year. What we can promise you is a world-class conference for bushcraft instructors. See you in 2028!

23/08/2025

Other than a stout pair of flip-flops what do you take hillwalking?

Most hikers set out expecting a relaxing day on the trail… but things don’t always go to plan. In this video, I break down a compact Day Hiker Emergency Kit ...

17/08/2025

It's Chicken, but not as you know it.

Ever wondered if you can make a KFC-style feast straight from the forest? 🌲 In this video, we forage Chicken of the Woods — a delicious wild mushroom — and ...

15/08/2025

What a perfect day for our City and County of Swansea, COAST, Summer Spoon Carving session for the over 50's.

This free session was made possible by funding through the COAST Summer of activity grant.

If learning how to make a traditional wooden spoon under the expert tuition of the one and only "Coppice God", AKA Paul Dominic Thornton wasn't enough, all our participants had a hearty bowl of Cawl, cooked over the campfire, to fuel their crafting pursuits.

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10/08/2025

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09/08/2025

Scrumping is basically vegan poaching... 🤔

There was a time when the boldest act of rebellion involved scaling a wooden fence and tiptoeing through rows of apple trees. Scrumping, as it was fondly called, was a rite of passage in rural Britain—cheeky, harmless, and deeply embedded in childhood lore. A stolen apple never tasted sweeter than when it was earned with muddy boots, quick feet, and a thudding heart. It wasn’t about theft; it was about daring, adventure, and the thrill of being young and mischievous under an open sky.

The village bobby often turned a blind eye—or at most, gave a half-hearted telling off with a smirk. These small acts of mischief were part of the social fabric, a kind of unspoken game between children and adults. There were no security cameras or warning signs—just the rustle of leaves, the bark of a distant dog, and the shared excitement of a well-timed escape. Often, a pocketful of apples was shared proudly between mates like treasure from a quest.

Looking back, those orchard raids weren't really about apples at all. They were about freedom, innocence, and the bonds formed in whispered plans and giggling retreats. Today, the world is full of warnings and locked gates, but memories of scrumping still bring a warm smile—a reminder of days when life felt simple, childhood was wild and sweet, and a little mischief went a long way.

08/08/2025

Today's "Foraging for food and medicine" walk was a wonderful experience. Thanks to the City and County of Swansea, COAST fund for enabling this event to happen.

The walk was followed by a sea herb risotto, cooked over a campfire, at the roundhouse.

07/08/2025

A fantastic day with spectacular views, from Kilvey Hill. With African Community Centre and Coed Lleol Small Woods Swansea

04/08/2025

OVER 50'S ONLY.....

We are very happy to announce that Dryad Bushcraft CIC will be running a series of free summer Bushcraft activities, thanks to a generous donation from the City and County of Swansea COAST fund.

These sessions are available to participants aged 50 and over,and from Gower/ Swansea, only.

These are the sessions that we currently have availability for. Places are limited and prior booking is essential. Please don't book unless you are definitely available to attend, or you will be wasting the space for someone else.

Thursday 7th August, 10.30am - 2pm

Foraging for food and medicine walk, and wild food cooking. This will begin and end at the Gower Heritage Centre. The cooking will take place in the Roundhouse at the GHC.

This activity requires a reasonable degree of physical fitness, due to the walking over unevent terrain.

Prior booking is essential. Please email info@dryadbushcraft.co.uk

Friday 8th August, 10.30am - 2pm

Foraging for food and medicine walk, and wild food cooking. This will begin and end at the Gower Heritage Centre. The cooking will take place in the Roundhouse at the GHC.

This activity requires a reasonable degree of physical fitness, due to the walking over unevent terrain.

Prior booking is essential. Please email info@dryadbushcraft.co.uk

Friday 15th August, 10.30am- 2.30pm

Traditional Spoon Carving Workshop.

This practical workshop will explore the historic and cultural relevance of spoon carving in Wales, as well as giving participants an opportunity to learn the craft of spoon carving. The session will be instructed by Paul Thornton (AKA Coppice God), who will lead participants through the entire process of creating a traditional Welsh Cawl Spoon.

This activity will be held at Camp Dryad, in Park Wood, Gower.
The site is fully accessible, however spoon carving does require a moderate degree of hand strength and manual dexterity.

Spaces are limited and prior booking is essential.

Please contact info@dryadbushcraft.co.uk for further details.