When is this event?
- 22nd August 2026
- 19th September 2026
- 11th October 2026
Backcountry Survival delivers a one‑day, hands‑on foraging course designed to introduce participants to the safe and responsible gathering of wild foods in both woodland and field environments. The day covers essential plant and mushroom identification, key laws and permissions, ethical harvesting and how to recognise poisonous or easily‑mistaken species.
Participants take part in a guided walk focused on reading the landscape, understanding where to look, and building a deeper connection to the natural environment. The course also explores storing, preparing, and cooking wild foods, along with practical additions for a forager’s survival tin.
Fully adaptable to the season and the landscape, the programme ensures every course reflects what nature is offering at that time.
Where is this event being held?
DIRECTIONS TO ALVIE ESTATE From the South – Turn off the A9 Perth to Inverness trunk road north of Kingussie and continue north on the B9152 for about 7 miles towards Aviemore. After going through Kincraig you will see a signpost on the right for ‘Alvie’ & ‘Alvie Stables’, turn left here, go through the tunnel under the main A9 road and onto the Estate. From the North – Turn off the A9 Inverness to Perth trunk road south of Aviemore at the junction signposted to Kincraig. Continue south onto the B9152 towards Kincraig. You will pass Loch Alvie on your right, followed by Dalraddy Holiday Park about a mile further on your left hand side. Continue along the straight road passing Alvie Quarry (GF Job). You will see an orange mirror on a tree on the left and ‘Gate Lodge’ on your right; continue on for a further few hundred yards, you will see a signpost on the left for ‘Alvie’ & ‘Alvie Stables’, turn right here, go through the tunnel under the main A9 road and onto the Estate. There are then sign posts within the estate that include a sign for Backcountry Survival. PUBLIC TRANSPORT Nearest Train Station – Aviemore Nearest Airport – Inverness
Join our Mailing List
Sign up to get notified of the latest deals, news and all the latest information direct to your inbox.