Find your next adventure

From paddling on Loch Goil to exploring ancient rainforest, our activities bring people together, build confidence and create lasting memories. These are just some of the experiences available at Ardroy Outdoor Education Centre. Tell us about your group and what you want to achieve, and we’ll help shape a programme around you.

Sea kayaking

Paddle across Loch Goil, learn new skills and explore the sea loch from the water, building confidence and enjoying the mountain scenery as you learn.

Open canoeing

Find a shared rhythm as you paddle together on Loch Goil, developing communication, coordination and teamwork while exploring the sea loch as a group.

Raft building

Design, build and test a raft using barrels, poles and ropes. Share ideas, solve problems and discover how well your team can work together out there.

Gorge walking

Explore burns and gorges, wade through streams and cross rough ground, developing balance, judgement and confidence with support from your instructor.

Rock climbing

Take on real rock with support from your instructor. Explore new climbing techniques, build confidence and savour the satisfaction of making progress.

Abseiling

Take a step over the edge and discover what you can achieve. Abseiling brings together trust, concentration and personal challenge with close support.

Jacob’s Ladder

Work together to climb a giant ladder, sharing ideas and supporting each other as you try. A challenge that brings teamwork and communication to life.

High ropes

Explore challenges above the ground with instructor support. Choose your level of challenge, encourage others and build confidence with each new step.

Orienteering and navigation

Use maps and compasses to find your way through the wild landscape. Plan routes, solve problems and practise making decisions together as you explore.

Archery

Take aim and discover how patience, technique and concentration can improve your accuracy. Practise new skills and enjoy the satisfaction of progress.

Hillwalking

Head into the hills around Loch Goil for fresh perspectives and shared adventures. Develop stamina, support your group and enjoy the mountain scenery.

Bushcraft

Build shelters, enjoy fire lighting and learn practical woodland skills. Work with natural materials and discover new ways to understand the outdoors.

Woodland crafts

Explore traditional woodland crafts and work with natural materials. Develop patience, precision and practical skills while making something tangible.

Environmental discovery

Look closely at woodland habitats, identify species and explore food chains. Discover the connections that make Scotland’s rainforest a special place.

Conservation

Learn ways to care for wild places through practical environmental activities. Work together and discover how your actions can support local habitats.

Night activities

Experience the woodlands as daylight fades. Explore navigation, observation and sensory challenges that encourage confidence and awareness after dark.

Team challenges

Tackle shared problems that call for planning, listening and creative thinking. Discover individual strengths and practise finding solutions together.

Evening activities

Come together for games, quizzes and shared challenges after the outdoor day. Enjoy time to connect, reflect and celebrate all the group has achieved.