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Block Paving



Task Outline


Create an area of Block Paving


What they did?


Alex has prepared the base for the blocks using sand and has level the sand using a screed which he measured and made in the wood work shop. Once the base was level and prepared Alex then layed the blocks in a stretcher bond Patten then filled the gaps with sand.


Learning Outcomes


Alex took part in this practical session as he was interested in doing it and it involved working in a group and using teamwork skills.






Fishing with Bait



Task outline


Successfully collecting and fishing with bait recovered from site, catching in the indoor fishery.


What they did?


Students went to the farm and dug for worms for use in the indoor fishery and to understand how it’s possible to fish for free and to understand the eco system in relation to how fish would feed in their natural environment.


Learning outcomes


Collected equipment from stores Identified areas where worms would be naturally Safely recovered worms Fished for a short period in the indoor fishery to see that worms are a natural food source for fish and how to best prepare them for angling activity Understanding the hygiene required from collecting the worms and the proses of storing the worms when not used for fishing to keep them fresh and well maintained.