When I taught my first survival course in 1997, I had no idea that 21 years later I would start my own business offering a wide range of courses. Today is actually the second anniversary of starting Craft By Karlsson.
The future is difficult to predict. None of us could have imagined how much a tiny bug called coronavirus would affect most of us, and those working in outdoor life are no exception. Of course, Craft By Karlsson follows the instructions and guidelines issued and makes sure activities are carried out safely. That is nothing new for us.
In practice, courses and activities do not need major changes because they already have very small groups. However, some elements are being left out, such as cooking together and sharing shelters on survival overnighters.
The biggest effect is that many events have been cancelled, leaving the schedule rather empty. This means that during the summer I will record some videos, with the aim of also offering shorter lessons and live broadcasts. Lessons will take place through Microsoft Teams at a very affordable price. The main difference between Teams and a live broadcast is that Teams gives us an interactive meeting where it is easier to ask questions and receive tips and instructions because we can see each other in a video call. You can also turn off your camera and microphone if you prefer to sit back and watch.
You can now sign up for Skogspost, with information such as when online courses start and when new courses and gatherings are announced.
Link to Skogspost: http://eepurl.com/gYQfFb
Make the most of the extra time many of us now have. Discover adventures close to home! Explore the nature around you, take a field guide and identify plants, and try to find edible species. Vildplockat by Niki Sjölund is a lovely starting point for a plant treasure hunt. Look for tracks, both human and animal, and try to follow them. Wrap a few sandwiches in greaseproof paper, grab your Mora knife and head out for a little adventure.
Happy bushcrafting, people!
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