Backwoods Cooking

Perfect for a more traditional scouting activity, or something new for families and schools. Get cooking in the great outdoors!

Check out our recipe book for some fantastic ideas, like stuffed tomatoes, campfire toasties, scones, and camp dooughnuts.

Backwoods Cooking Recipes

Self-Led Activity

This is a self-led, you will get access to the activity space and all the equipment needed to run a 90 minute session.
As the Leader in Charge you are responsible for the supervision of your group, including ensuring the safety of all participants. You should complete a risk assessment for your activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

For your own safety:

  • wear comfortable clothing suitable for the activity – preferably trousers or long shorts and no bare midriffs.
  • wear sensible footwear – trainers are ideal, no flip flops/crocs or open toed shoes
  • remove jewellery.
  • tie back long hair.
  • empty pockets

Dogs are welcome, where necessary, but must be kept on a lead at all times.

Refreshments are available during your visit in reception.

We cater for all sizes of groups and have a wide variety of activities available.

You can get more information by clicking here.

Our activities are designed to go ahead, whatever the weather, so be prepared to get wet and muddy with suitable clothing. Many of our activities can be run indoors, or in a marquee if needed.

We do not provide storage for valuables or personal belongings, and recommend leaving them at home, or leaving them with a leader or friend who is not taking part in the activity.

Equipment provided

  • Matches or Lighters 
  • Fire Bucket & Water 
  • 2x Spatula, 2x Tongs, 2x Mixing Spoons, 2x Knives 
  • 2x Chopping Boards 
  • 2x Frying Pans 
  • 2x Mixing Bowl 
  • Oven Gloves 
  • Table 
  • Tin Foil 
  • Washing up liquid/bowl & towel 
  • Mess tins 

Start of Session

Just before the start of your session, go to Reception and you will be given the backwoods cooking box, and directions to the backwoods cooking area. Please return this to Reception after your session. When you finish your session, please ensure you have cleaned all the equipment and left the area tidy.

Self-Led Guidance

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