Bushcraft jobs

[dennydrewcook]

I'm 15,16 in December so am going to have to find a job or apprenticeship and want to do something in bushcraft I have message a few people but not had any replies can anyone give me advice on getting a job,doing a diploma or apprenticeship in bushcraft
Thank you

 

[homesicksteve]

Often, the way to 'get your foot in the door' for any kind of vocational stuff is to offer to volunteer and help out.

This gets you contacts, skills, & experience, which would stand you in good stead for the future ( and look good on your CV )

Perhaps offer to help on one of the courses here :

http://www.bushcraft-magazine.co.uk/courses.php

Or otherwise attend one of the courses ( perhaps someone wants to get you a crimbo pressie ) and meet a few people who may open doors for you in the future.

'good to see a young person being a positive role model....

 

[British Red]

There are plenty of ancillary skills that would help you. Think about getting some advanced first aid certificates, food hygiene, Mountain Leader, Canoe Instructor, chainsaw ticket, wildlife and conservation qualifications, estate management etc. All of those would help in an outdoor career.

 

[dennydrewcook]

Thanks homesicksteve never thought of that volunteering being in the middle of nowhere by leeds castle maidstone England
It's tricky to get places but your right it would look goo on my cv my new mission

 

[dennydrewcook]

Hey British red sounds good I've always had the dream of doing courses and it dosnt seem like anyone's going to take over my idols (ray) job so theirs a gap I'd love to fill and doing them could get me their especially first aid 😂

 

[homesicksteve]

Thanks homesicksteve never thought of that volunteering being in the middle of nowhere by leeds castle maidstone England
It's tricky to get places but your right it would look goo on my cv my new mission

You're 9.5 miles from Egerton, so it's possible....good luck.

 

[dennydrewcook]

I presume your talking about badger bushcraft

 

[dennydrewcook]

You're 9.5 miles from Egerton, so it's possible....good luck.

I presume your talking about badger bushcraft

 

[mrcharly]

I'm surprised nobody has mentioned 'gamekeeper' yet.

Also, look up BTCV. Good way to get experience.

 

[Dreadhead]

Some great points on here and good luck whichever route you decide to go down. Bushcraft seems to be a very competitive market with new schools popping up frequently. As others have suggested, why not try something more land/conservation based or gamekeeping as mrcharly suggested? Becoming a wildlife ranger or biodiversity officer gets you out in the countryside, you can make a difference to the environment, and also have the chance to teach some bushcraft with visitors and such.

It may be worth a look at any agricultural/forestry colleges or universities in your area to see what's available

 

[homesicksteve]

I presume your talking about badger bushcraft

- link in post #2 -

I believe Badger Bushcraft also run courses at the same venue, & perhaps in Mote Park too.

 

[homesicksteve]

Some great points on here and good luck whichever route you decide to go down. Bushcraft seems to be a very competitive market with new schools popping up frequently. As others have suggested, why not try something more land/conservation based or gamekeeping as mrcharly suggested? Becoming a wildlife ranger or biodiversity officer gets you out in the countryside, you can make a difference to the environment, and also have the chance to teach some bushcraft with visitors and such.

It may be worth a look at any agricultural/forestry colleges or universities in your area to see what's available

Good advice - quick search found this :

http://hadlow.ac.uk/courses-search/

 

[sunndog]

As an ex keeper i'd say put that idea right down on your list unless that's actually what you really want to do
Ranger or forestry commission would be a better choice imo

 

[dennydrewcook]

Funnily enough guys I'm doing a level two in agriculture at the moment and actually go to the free school there. I've decided I defiantly need to get myself out their volunteering. I have mentioned to badger bushcraft but they never replied

 

[dennydrewcook]

Sunndog are you saying it would be a good idea to go for game keeping ? How's the pay?

 

[sunndog]

I meant down the bottom of your list lol
Pay is generally terrible, with little or no chance of advancement. But apart from that its one of those jobs that you really have to want to do.
I wouldn't recommend it just because you get to do things that are slightly bushcrafty

studying arboriculture or agriculture will give you many many more potenial opportunities, qualifications, and options for the future

 

[dennydrewcook]

Ah I see I'd thought about it but the disadvantages defiantly outweigh the advantages.

 

[didicoy]

The average horticultural/agricultural college can turn out up to 60 specialised/focused students per year. Some of these students are highly qualified after many years of studying. Real land based jobs are thin on the ground and to a employer, practical experience along with formal education will always be prioritised. Volunteering to some is a passion, also a necessary requirement on a good CV these days. Good luck with your search.

 

[Bindle]

Just start a 'Bushcraft School', you don't need any qualifications and it isn't regulated! Read a few books, get some first aid qualifications in case something goes belly-up, get access to some woodlnd and fill your boots

 

[dennydrewcook]

In my dreams