Summer programme 2025

Operation Wild

The team has been selected. This summer, twelve young people from our programme will take on Operation Wild! A bold adventure into the woodlands. They’ll be heading off-grid for an unforgettable experience, including a canoe trip down the River Wye and a two-day overnight survival challenge deep in the forest. Expect campfires, teamwork, and moments that will stretch them in the best possible way. Everything they need to know is below, including what to bring, what we provide, and what to expect each day. Let the mission begin.

Operation Wild: Summer 2025

Could you navigate 24 hours in the wild? Could your team crack the clues, build the camp, and keep the peace?

We’re heading off-grid this summer with a bold new adventure for young people on our current programme. It’s all about connection with the outdoors, with each other, and with your own inner strength. Expect challenge, teamwork, and plenty of moments outside your comfort zone.

This opportunity is made possible through the David Bell Adventure Bursary which covers all costs including transport, activities, food, and accommodation.

What’s Involved

Day 1: Team Building & Canoe Trip

We’ll collect you from your home at around 10:00. The focus of this first day is to build the team and get everyone on the same page to make the woodland camp a success.

You’ll take part in fun team-building activities, set group goals, and get to know one another before heading out on a canoe trip down the River Wye from Monmouth.

Things to remember:

Bring a packed lunch
Home by 16:00

Day 2–3: Woodland Survival Adventure

We’ll pick you up from home at around 10:00 and head straight to our private woodland base for an overnight adventure.

Over the two days you will:

Take part in games and team challenges in the woods
Cook lunch over an open fire
Go fishing at Jacklands
Build your own shelter and sleep outdoors overnight
Help prepare and enjoy a shared evening meal
Play night games and share stories around the fire

Day 3 morning:

Pack down camp
Eat breakfast together
Create a creative response to the experience
Home by 11:00

What to Bring

Along with an open mind, determination and kindness, please bring these items:

Waterproof jacket
Warm jumper
Change of clothes
Water bottle
Snacks
Pillow

What We Provide

Sleeping bag and roll mat
Saturday lunch and dinner
Sunday breakfast

Trip Dates

Adventure 1: Thursday 24th – Saturday 26th July
Adventure 2: Wednesday 30th July – Friday 1st August

Permissions and Safeguarding

We’d love for your young person to be part of this summer’s adventure. To take part, please complete the permission form to let us know which dates work for you and confirm their place.

If you have any questions or need help with the form, feel free to contact Tom at tom.burgess@urbanpursuit.co.uk or call us on 0117 239 0932.

Your permission is essential for us to safely plan and support your young person throughout the trip.

Sign Permission Here

Bristol Centre
Avonquay House
Avonquay
Cumberland Basin
Bristol
BS1 6XL

Email: office@urbanpursuit.co.uk

Tel: 0117 239 0932
Mob: 07737 848090

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