the woodcraft folk in scotland
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The Woodcraft Folk in
Scotland
Feeling Safe & Well
“There are no competitive activities - we are all about learning about co-operation so children and young people aren't put in a position of 'losing' in an activity at Woodcraft Folk. I think this is important for the wellbeing of children and young people who may be less confident and indeed all children and young people.”
Why children & young people stay involved
• They enjoy the freedom and support they get, the variety of activities, and the variety of other children and people they meet. Also, mixing age groups is a great thing (especially in hostel/camping weekends), as opposed to school classes and most of the clubs.
• Sense of belonging, older young people describe it feeling like their family,
mixed groups who know each other well and provide something familiar during time of change as teenagers, sometimes describe it as somewhere where they can be themselves, friendships and each other probably more than activities- camps and hostels
• This evening we took 22 Venturers to the park for BBQ and outdoor games-
they wouldn't go home-hung around and chatted long after session finished. • The camping, meeting kids from further afield than just their school an
neighbourhood, the activities.
Why adults stay involved
• Because it's great. Once you experience it you feel the need to share it with as many people including young, children and old. Its like a big family and it,s open to everyone.
• Strong sense of community. Enjoyment.
Friendships made. Feeling you're making a difference to the lives of others and they are having a positive impact on you.
Getting more people involved
Young People• Get to know other
Woodcraft groups – I didn’t know there was anyone else!
• Maybe advertising it as the "green" alternative to the others? The outdoor aspect is definitely something more parents are becoming keen to encourage in their children.
Adults• Not well known in Scotland.
Some parents are put off by the commitment involved (which isn't as much as they think!). I was really pleasantly surprised to get to go on free training weekend - it made me feel supported by the organisation and more confident to take part.
