What is the meeting location?

Meet at Leersums Veld; the workshop takes place near Maarsbergseweg 18a, 3956 KW Leersum, Netherlands.

How long is the workshop?

The session runs approximately 5 hours, typically scheduled from 13:00 to 18:00 but times may vary to match daylight.

Participants should be 16 and older; children aged 10 and up may attend if accompanied by a parent.

Are ingredients and equipment provided?

Organizers supply core equipment and recipes; check the pre-event PDF for any items you should bring.

Can I cook without a Dutch Oven?

Yes — instruction covers techniques for open flames and camp stoves as well as Dutch Oven methods.

Is the site accessible by public transport?

Leersum is reachable by regional transit and a short taxi or bike ride from nearby stations; confirm logistics on the booking PDF.

Dutch Oven Campfire Cooking Workshop in Leersum: Hands-On Outdoor Cooking Course

On the forest edge of Leersum in the province of Utrecht, Outdoor Cooking offers a focused, hands-on workshop that teaches campfire cooking with and without the Dutch Oven. Located at Leersums Veld near Maarsbergseweg 18a, 3956 KW Leersum, Netherlands, this five-hour workshop pulls practical bushcraft skills and flavorful, tasty recipes into a single afternoon. You arrive to an open clearing where pine and oak fringe stretches of heath and sandy soil shaped by the Utrechtse Heuvelrug ridge. The experience is practical and convivial: small teams of participants work from supplied recipes to prepare several dishes suitable for camp stoves, open flames and cast-iron Dutch Ovens. The organisers run two versions—Traditional and Deluxe—so whether you want a straightforward primer or a more involved menu with extra techniques, there’s a clear learning arc. Practical instruction covers fire management, layering coals, timing braises and stews, and when to use lids and coals for even heat in cast iron. The day is structured but informal: planned hours are 13:00–18:00 (times may shift to take advantage of daylight) and attendees receive a detailed PDF a week prior. Groups are capped at 20 people and the workshop is intended for ages 16 and up (children from 10 may join if accompanied by a parent), creating a focused learning environment that still feels social. Outdoor Cooking sits within a broader outdoor-recreation zone popular for hiking, mountain biking and seasonal foraging. That local access makes it easy to combine the workshop with a morning trail or an evening in Utrecht. The teaching team’s emphasis on practical skills —from safe firebuilding to recipe scaling for groups— makes this a useful course for campers, backcountry cooks and anyone who wants to expand outdoor hosting skills. Expect to practice searing, slow-roasting, braising and baking techniques adapted to coals and different pot arrangements. Safety and hygiene are covered, and participants work in small teams to run recipes from start to finish. The session description notes that work is done "aan de hand van een receptuur," underscoring the practical, recipe-driven approach. Organizers will share gear basics but recommend durable clothing, closed-toe shoes and a readiness to handle hot cast iron. What makes this workshop stand out is its combination of place and purpose: the sand, heath and forest of Leersum create variable conditions for fire and heat management, so the skills learned translate directly to real campsites and backcountry cooking situations. Whether you are building a meal for friends at a campground or planning to feed a small expedition, Outdoor Cooking in Leersum delivers practical techniques and recipes that will fit in your outdoor toolkit. Sign up through the booking link and arrive prepared for a hands-on, smoke-scented afternoon of lasting skills.

About Bushcraft Nederland

Bushcraft Nederland is a hands-on outdoor education provider based in Loosdrecht, Noord-Holland. The organization offers practical bushcraft and wilderness workshops focused on traditional skills, nature connection, and outdoor cooking. Sessions take place in local outdoor settings such as Leersums Veld and nearby forest locations, and are designed for hands-on learning and skill practice.

Workshops include spoon carving (Lepel snijden), coiling basketry, outdoor cooking with Dutch ovens, bread baking over coals, primitive cooking techniques, cordage and fiber processing (Touw & Vezels), wild edible and medicinal plant walks, a four-part plant series (Eetbare en medicinale planten 4-luik), nature photography, and guided mushroom identification walks (Alles over paddenstoelen). Each experience focuses on practical instruction, safety, and hands-on skill practice.

Instructors emphasize safe tool use, reading natural materials, and adapting traditional techniques for modern outdoor life. Classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced participants who want guided skill development. Equipment and materials are provided for many workshops; specific packing lists are supplied at booking.

Bushcraft Nederland operates as a local, activity-based business in Noord-Holland, prioritizing outdoor stewardship and respectful interaction with natural areas. Booking information, availability, and session details are published on the provider’s booking channels and The Adventure Collective listing. For those seeking immersive, practical outdoor workshops near Loosdrecht, Bushcraft Nederland offers focused skill-building experiences rooted in traditional bushcraft and nature knowledge.

Sessions are adaptable for family groups, corporate teambuilding, and solo learners seeking outdoor skills, with emphasis on sustainability, responsible foraging, and practical techniques that can be applied on future adventures.