LATEST OUTDOOR GUIDES
Keep up to date with the latest guides, activities and resources from Survival Guides UK. Explore new articles covering outdoor skills, survival, Scout activities, camping, navigation, knots, fire safety and practical skills.
Our latest posts are designed to help Scouts, youth groups, leaders and anyone interested in outdoor learning develop practical knowledge and confidence. From new activity ideas and survival skills to useful how-to guides, check back regularly for the latest resources.
-
20 Survival Games for Cubs and Scouts
Survival skills don’t have to be taught through long demonstrations or serious training sessions. For Cubs and Scouts, turning survival skills into games can make learning more memorable, encourage teamwork and give young people the opportunity to practise useful skills in a fun way. These 20 survival games are designed for youth groups and can…
-
How to Plan a Survival Skills Activity for Scouts
Planning a survival skills activity for Scouts doesn’t have to mean organising a complicated survival camp. With the right plan, you can turn simple skills such as shelter building, navigation, fire safety, knots, outdoor cooking or first aid into an engaging activity that gets young people thinking, working together and learning practical skills. The trick…
-
10 Easy Survival Activities for Scout Leaders
Activity Overview Difficulty: BeginnerTime: 1-3 hours depending on activitiesLocation: Suitable woodland, campsite or outdoor training areaBest for: Scout leaders, Explorers and outdoor instructorsSkills: Survival skills, leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, navigation, shelter building, fire safety and outdoor awareness The best survival activities for Scout leaders are simple, practical exercises that teach useful skills without requiring complicated equipment…
-
Compass Error Awareness: A Scout Guide to Accurate Navigation
What Is Compass Error Awareness? Compass error awareness is the ability to recognise factors that can make a compass reading inaccurate or lead to a navigation mistake. A compass is a valuable navigation tool, but it does not automatically guarantee an accurate direction. The way it is held, the surrounding environment and the difference between…
-
Campfire Storytelling
What Is Campfire Storytelling? Campfire storytelling is the art of telling stories to a group gathered around a campfire. Long before televisions, smartphones and radios, people shared stories around fires as a way to entertain, teach, remember events and pass knowledge between generations. For Scouts, storytelling around a campfire is a simple activity that can…
-
Historical Campsite Construction
What Is Historical Campsite Construction? Historical campsite construction is the study and practical recreation of the shelters, camps and outdoor structures used by people in the past. Before modern tents, camping equipment and manufactured shelters were widely available, people often relied on locally available materials and practical construction skills. Branches, poles, bark, reeds, grasses, canvas…
-
Emergency Equipment Priorities
Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. What Are Emergency Equipment Priorities? Emergency equipment priorities are about knowing which items are most important when something goes wrong outdoors. It is easy to focus on carrying lots…
-
Emergency Fishing Awareness
What Is Emergency Fishing Awareness? Emergency fishing awareness is understanding how fishing might provide a potential source of food in a survival situation, while also knowing its limitations, legal requirements and environmental responsibilities. For Scouts, this is primarily an awareness and planning skill rather than a reason to catch wildlife unnecessarily. In a genuine emergency,…
-
Woodland Conservation: A Guide to Protecting Woods
What Is Woodland Conservation? Woodland conservation is the protection and careful management of woodland so that trees, plants, animals and other wildlife can continue to thrive. Woodlands are important habitats and provide food, shelter and nesting sites for many species. They also help absorb carbon dioxide, improve air quality, reduce soil erosion and provide valuable…
-
Crossing Shallow Streams Safely
Why Stream Crossing Requires Care Crossing a shallow stream can be a useful skill for Scouts and anyone exploring the countryside, but even a small stream can present hazards. Water can be surprisingly powerful, particularly after heavy rain. Slippery rocks, uneven ground, hidden holes and cold water can all turn a simple crossing into a…
Explore Survival Guides UK
Looking for something specific? Explore our activity plans for practical outdoor sessions, take on our survival challenges, or browse our badges to discover new skills and achievements to work towards.
Whether you’re looking for Scout activities, survival skills, camping ideas, navigation resources or practical outdoor learning, explore the rest of Survival Guides UK to find your next challenge.