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What to Wear!

Please dress yourself and your children in suitable clothing for being outdoors. The sessions take place in a typical British woodland which can be wet, muddy and breezy with stinging nettles and brambles. 

Every term can bring a mixed bag of weather and temperatures do vary.  So before you come it might be worth checking what the weather is doing, so that you can be prepared. 

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Remember you can always add or take off layers. Here are some suggestions for the different seasons.

Dress for the season.

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WINTER

HOW TO DRESS FOR WINTER

What to Wear – Winter

🧥 Waterproof Layer

  • Insulated waterproof all-in-one or separate over-trousers and jacket

  • Keeps children warm and dry in cold, wet conditions

👣 Footwear

  • Waterproof or winter boots

  • Thick welly socks or layered socks to keep feet warm

  • Use welly liners or fleece insoles for extra warmth, as wellies alone don’t keep the cold out

🧢 Hat

  • Woolly hat and ear muffs for warmth

🧤 Winter Gloves

  • Warm, waterproof gloves are essential

  • Bring a spare pair in case they get wet

👖 Trousers

  • Layer with tights, leggings, or jogging bottoms to retain warmth

👕 Tops

  • Base layer: vest

  • Mid layer: long-sleeved t-shirt, thin jumpers (easy to remove if too warm)

  • Outer layer: fleece or thick jumper for extra insulation

🌡️ Layering Tips

  • Dress children in plenty of layers that can be added or removed as needed

  • Layering helps maintain comfort and warmth while allowing freedom to play

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SPRING/SUMMER

HOW TO DRESS FOR SPRING/SUMMER

What to Wear – Spring & Summer

🧥 Waterproof Layer

  • Shower/wind-proof coat or jacket

  • Spring and summer weather can be mixed, so a waterproof layer is essential

👣 Footwear

  • Closed-toe shoes or trainers to protect from trips, brambles, and nettles

  • Wellies when the ground is wet

🧢 Hat

  • Sun hat for protection from the sun

👖 Trousers

  • Keep legs covered to protect from brambles, nettles, and biting insects

👕 Top

  • T-shirt or long-sleeved top

  • Long sleeves preferred for protection from bugs and nettles

🦟 Insect Repellent

  • Bring insect repellent for yourself and your child to keep bites at bay

🌡️ Additional Layers

  • British woodlands can still be cool in spring and summer

  • Pack extra layers to add if it gets chilly

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MINI FORESTER

HOW TO DRESS THE SMALLER MINI FORESTER!

What to Wear

🧥 Waterproof Layer

  • All-in-one waterproof suits are ideal for 0–1.5 year olds

  • Easy to put on and take off

  • Keeps little ones warm, dry and comfortable

👣 Footwear

  • For non-walkers or children too small for wellies:

    • Waterproof rain footies

    • Waterproof overshoes

  • Parent-recommended brands:

    • 🐻 Bearfoot Products

    • 🌧️ Bog Boots (great for early walkers)

🧢 Hat

  • A warm hat helps keep little adventurers cosy and protects them from wind and cold.

👕 Layers

  • Dress your child in multiple lightweight layers

  • Helps maintain warmth

  • Allows easy movement for exploring, climbing and crawling

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AUTUMN

HOW TO DRESS IN AUTUMN

What to Wear

🧥 Waterproof Layer

  • All-in-one waterproof suit for easy on/off (ideal for little ones)

  • If your child is potty training, a waterproof jacket and trousers may be easier

👣 Footwear

  • Wellies or other waterproof shoes

  • Closed-toe trainers if the weather is dry

🧢 Hat

  • Light woolly hat for warmth when it’s cold

  • Hood on waterproof layer to protect from rain

👖 Trousers

  • Comfortable and practical options: leggings, jogging bottoms, or clothes that are easy to change if wet

 👕Top Layers

  • Long-sleeved tops, jumper/fleece to keep warm

  • Always bring spare layers in case it gets colder

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