Date: Sat Sep 26, 10:00 AM PST - Sat Sep 26, 12:00 PM PST
Category:
- Adult Training
Level:
- Volunteers
Location: Long Beach, CA 90808
Grades: Adults
Prerequisites: Camping Skills Session 1, Camping
Skills Session 2
Looking to build confidence in your
outdoor skills? The Chop & Burn Workshop is a hands-on session
designed to support those who want extra guidance with key campfire
and tool-use skills. This workshop focuses specifically on safe knife
and hatchet handling and how to safely start and maintain a
fire.
Participants will learn important safety guidelines
for using knives and hatchets, including how to handle tools
responsibly while working with wood. You'll also practice step-by-step
fire-building techniques with an emphasis on safety, control, and
proper fire management.
This workshop is especially
helpful for those looking for extra support in feeling comfortable and
confident building and maintaining a campfire with their troop, in a
guided and supportive environment.
What we will cover:
-Practice breaking down wood with knife and hatchet use
-
Learn fire-building techniques from Camping Skills 1 & 2
-
Enjoy a traditional campfire experience
What to Bring:
-Pocketknife
-Bandana
-Hair tie (if needed)
-Closed-toe shoes
-Water bottle
-Camp chair or sit-upon
Questions: Please contact the Training Department at training@girlscoutsla.org
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Registration is paid in full at time of registering.
- No Transfers.
- Cancellations prior to close of registration are subject to a 10% administration fee.
- All cancellations after close of registration: no refund.
- The council will provide a refund if an activity is cancelled due to insufficient registrations, acts of nature, or other reasons beyond its control.
- Please allow 2 weeks to process refunds. Refund will be credited back to original form of payment.
