A slice of wilderness, open fires and the art of bushcraft. Duration: One day. The plan The ideal tonic to a busy life! Enjoy the majestic tranquillity of the Medway river. Once out of Tonbridge we paddle through the meadows of the Medway Valley, with no roads in sight. The quiet pace of the river is perfect for observing nature and wildlife on the river. You can also fly down through the locks on the river using the canoe passes to give you a short burst of white water. We’ll set up camp on a river island for lunch, cooked over the fire. Discover the lore of camp craft, from knot tying to fire lighting with feather sticks. You will receive a free knife and magnesium stick to take away to continue your bushcraft journey! The skills that will be taught during this course include: Survival skills Discovering various methods of fire-making Management of fire Cooking over a fire Working with wood and string How and what to pack for a week of bushcraft in the UK The Paddling No experience necessary but some level of fitness recommended. The route is about 13km, which takes around 5 hours of paddling with a break for lunch. What is included Lunch and snacks provided throughout the day. All canoeing and camping equipment including canoes, buoyancy aids, paddles, waterproof jackets if needed, dry bags to keep your personal things in. All bushcraft equipment and instruction. What to bring and what to wear Comfortable active wear for paddling. Warm jumper and waterproof jacket. Water bottle. Start point Tonbridge station, Kent.