Problem Solving at Outdoor Elements

Discover an immersive experience with Problem Solving

Outdoor-based problem-solving involves a number of puzzles set within the great outdoors. The puzzles are a mixture of both physical and cognitive challenges and mostly involve the requirement for the participants to work collaboratively as a team. Such tasks not only foster analytical thinking but also strengthen cooperation, resilience, and adaptability, making the experience both intellectually stimulating, deeply rewarding and most of all great fun.

Why Try a Problem-Solving Session?

• Accessible to All: Problem-solving is suitable for all ages and abilities, making it an ideal choice for families, friends, and team-building events.
• Develop critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Encourage teamwork, communication, and resilience, helping individuals learn how to collaborate effectively and adapt to unexpected obstacles.
• Build confidence in tackling unfamiliar tasks.

What to Expect from a Problem-Solving Session

You will journey through the beautiful woodland surroundings and encounter a number of the 12 problem-solving challenges located along the route. Some physical and some more cognitive, and all involving the necessity to work closely as a team. On completion of each task, the team will have an opportunity to review their performance and take forward any learning to the next task. Each task requires a different skill set, and this is designed to bring out the range of strengths and abilities in the individuals of the group, with everyone getting their time to shine.

Problem-solving sessions can be themed to spark the imagination of participants. Often, the Problem Solving activity is used as a competition between different teams, with every puzzle solved rewarded with points or items of equipment for a further mission, or money (special OE currency!) awarded that can be used to buy equipment for an end task.

The problem-solving tasks are used for our Puzzled in the Woods activity, presented as a timed event, which adds drama and excitement.

This session is great for bringing new groups together or exploring team dynamics within existing groups.

Perfect for Events and Group Activities

Problem-solving sessions are designed for:

• Unique business team away day
• Outdoor education day visits
• Outdoor activity team building events

Start Your Adventure

Every activity session is led by one of our experienced instructors and is reserved exclusively for your group. Please note that there is a minimum charge for 10 participants, and all events must be booked in advance. Simply fill out the enquiry form below, and we’ll walk you through our straightforward booking process.