Backwoods Workshop - KISC

Activity overview

Put your Scouting skills to the test in this workshop and learn some new techniques for surviving in the wilderness.

This back-to-basics workshop is the perfect introduction to fire-making, shelter-building, and surviving outdoors. This activity is suitable for all ages and gets you one step closer to achieving our Eco badge!

Schedule 

In summer, this activity runs at either in the morning or the afternoon. In other seasons this activity is subject to availability and we will do our best to fit this into your schedule.

  • Morning session: 9.00-12.00 
  • Afternoon session: 14.30-17.30 
Pricing 
  • Price adult (16+): CHF 4.00
  • Price child (15-: CHF 4.00

Price includes a KISC guide and the materials for the workshop.

Guest cancellation:

  • Less than 7 days before activity: fee of 50% of the price per person.
  • Less than 48 hours in advance: non-refundable.
Important information 
  • When booking this activity, you need to mention when you want to do the activity in the comment section in the booking form. This activity is available every day at 9:00 and 14:30, except on Sunday mornings.
  • A leader or responsible person over 18 years old must be present as part of the group.
Awards & Badges 

You can get closer to achieving the following awards and badges, by completing this activity:

Activity

Season 
Summer (Jun, Jul, Aug)
Guidance 
Guided by KISC
Location 
Kandersteg surroundings
Duration 3 hours
Difficulty 
Price adult 
CHF 4.00
Price child 
CHF 4.00
Programme theme 
Eco Adventure
Category 
Workshops
Suitability 
Scouts
Explorers
Rovers
Group size 4 - 15
Minimum age limit 
No age limit