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.

    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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