Summary
| Duration | Full Day, Half Day |
|---|---|
| Environment | Forest |
| Locations | Chopwell Wood, Hamsterley Forest OASES Led |
| Subject | Physical Education, PSHE |
| Key Stage | KS2, KS3 |
The Forest is alive with ample opportunities to discover what is needed to work in a team to solve problems, reach targets and overcome challenges. Aside from the elements, the physical geography and woodland terrain, OASES staff will ensure that every pupil engages with the adventure! These activities are ideal if you are bringing pupils from different classes or are trying to create groups who need to work together i.e. transition days.
| Duration | Full Day, Half Day |
|---|---|
| Environment | Forest |
| Locations | Chopwell Wood, Hamsterley Forest OASES Led |
| Subject | Physical Education, PSHE |
| Key Stage | KS2, KS3 |

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The woods are the perfect place to learn how to survive. The skill of survival comes into focus in this energetic and thought-provoking session as you...
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