Rondom het Kampvuur: Year-End Bushcraft Camp at Leersums Veld

Rondom het Kampvuur is a simple, seasonal bushcraft weekend held at Leersums Veld in the Netherlands. Over two and a half days, the event invites participants to close the year around a shared campfire, cook and craft together, and sleep under the forest canopy. The meeting point is Leersums Veld, where a grassy clearing meets mixed woodland and pockets of heath; the site’s open fire area, scattered logs and low branches create an immediate sense of communal space. This is a low‑plan gathering: no strict itinerary, no scheduled workshops—just time to sit, trade stories, make handcrafts and experience the primal draw of fire and shelter.

What makes this outing unusual for the region is its emphasis on unstructured togetherness. Rather than a skills course, Rondom het Kampvuur functions as a social camp where bushcraft tools and techniques appear organically: people skin trees for cordage, share simple outdoor recipes over embers, and sleep in minimalist shelters when the night draws in. The landscape itself is part of the program. Expect sandy soils, stands of oak and pine, and stretches of low heath that encourage short walks and quiet foraging; birds and small mammals are often present at dusk and dawn.

Practical details are straightforward. The listed duration is 2.5 days, and the event accepts participants from age 16 (from age 10 if accompanied by a parent). Bring basic camping gear, warm layers and a curiosity for conversation. There’s no rigid schedule—arrive at the meeting point and let the group rhythm shape itself. That relaxed format suits travelers who want to unplug and trade stories rather than tick off badges or complete a formal curriculum.

For visitors new to the area, Rondom het Kampvuur is a direct, human-scale way to access local woods without the pressure of a formal course. It’s an ideal end‑of‑year ritual for anyone who values face-to-face time, simple food cooked over coals, and evenings that stretch into starry conversation. The leaders revive a format that was popular in years past because the weekend’s charm comes from people as much as place: old friends returning, newcomers joining in, and the fire as the common thread.

If you’re looking to finish the year slowly, with honest outdoor comforts and a circle of companions, this is a low‑key, high‑feeling option that centers warmth, storytelling and the steady comfort of wood smoke. Pack a durable tarp or lightweight bivy, a headlamp with spare batteries, a thermos for hot drinks, and a small first-aid kit. Respect quiet hours, follow Leave No Trace principles, and join in the communal tasks—fire tending, meal prep and site cleanup—so the weekend remains welcoming for future groups. Reservations are via the provider's booking link on the FareHarbor page.