49 Foraging courses

2nd Weekend – Level 2 Reiki, Preparing the Practitioner. Course starts at 9.00am Saturday and finishes Sunday approx 4pm 2nd Degree Reiki Practitioner Training Review of previous weekend course and spiritual awakening Working with patients, legalities, expectations, environment Foraging wild herbs and cultivated Using herb plants as food and medicine Using the nutritional systems profile questionnaire as a diagnostic tool Looking at body systems and healing them Medicine Wheel Drumming into spirit world Reiki Level 2 Certification A minimum of 6 months working with patients must be completed before doing your Reiki Master and Teacher Training. Both weekend courses includes all meals, refreshments and certification in both Level 1 and Level 2 Reiki Practitioner The cost for Level 2 is £200.00 total with a £50.00 deposit to secure your place. Balance can be paid on arrival.

Stunning Catalan style harvest basket, no experience necessary just a day of fun and creativity

Stunning Catalan style harvest basket, no experience necessary just a day of fun and creativity

We run Level 1 and Level 2 Reiki weekend Courses. The course starts at 9.00am on Saturday and will finish at approximately 4pm on Sunday. 1st Weekend - Level 1 Reiki, Developing the Healer Level 1 Reiki Practitioner Training Gathering wild plants for medicine What is the cause of diss-ease? Treating cause not symptoms Medicine wheel Reiki and treatments for self-healing, working in pairs Learning “Dai Chi” for daily empowerment Drumming into spirit world Reiki Level 1 Certification 2nd Weekend – Level 2 Reiki, Preparing the Practitioner 2nd Degree Reiki Practitioner Training Review of previous weekend course and spiritual awakening Working with patients, legalities, expectations, environment Foraging wild herbs and cultivated Using herb plants as food and medicine Using the nutritional systems profile questionnaire as a diagnostic tool Looking at body systems and healing them Medicine Wheel Drumming into spirit world Reiki Level 2 Certification A minimum of 6 months working with patients must be completed before doing your Reiki Master and Teacher Training. Both weekend courses includes all meals, refreshments and certification in both Level 1 and Level 2 Reiki Practitioner. The cost for Level 1 is £200.00 total with a £50.00 deposit to secure your place. The cost for Level 2 is £200.00 total with a £50.00 deposit to secure your place.

Description Bushcraft Diploma Embarking on the journey of wilderness survival requires skill, wisdom, and an aptitude for connecting with the natural world. The Bushcraft Diploma is designed for those who wish to explore the essential aspects of bushcraft and who are keen on embracing the wilderness with confidence and competence. The online course focuses on providing comprehensive training, starting with an Introduction to Bushcraft. Here, learners gain insight into the fundamental principles and techniques, setting the foundation for what's to come. It's an essential base, fostering an understanding of the connection between human and nature, and how to leverage that connection for survival and personal growth. One can't venture into the wild without the right tools. The Bushcraft Diploma covers Essential Bushcraft Tools in a dedicated section, teaching about the proper selection, usage, and maintenance of these critical instruments. From knives to axes, the right tools can make survival not only possible but enjoyable. A primary aspect of survival is shelter, and Building Shelter in the Wilderness is a vital part of the curriculum. The Bushcraft Diploma offers detailed guidance on constructing shelters with available resources, demonstrating how to make them sturdy and weather-proof. Wilderness Fire Crafting is another area of emphasis. Fire is life in the wilderness, and mastering the art of crafting and sustaining a fire can mean the difference between comfort and crisis. Students learn various techniques and methods for fire crafting to ensure warmth, cooking, and protection. A keen understanding of the wilderness's bounty is part of the Foraging and Hunting for Survival section. The course delves into identifying edible plants, setting up traps, and tracking animals. It's about sustainably harnessing the wild's resources to nourish oneself and preserve the delicate ecosystem. In the wild, navigation isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. The Bushcraft Diploma ensures that the students master Bushcraft Navigation Skills. Whether with a compass or the stars, navigation techniques taught in the course help one travel through unfamiliar terrain with confidence. Water is life, and Water Collection and Purification is a critical aspect covered in the Bushcraft Diploma. Students learn about finding water sources, purifying them using different techniques, and ensuring they are safe for consumption. Crafting with Natural Materials is where creativity meets survival. This section explores using available resources to create utensils, tools, and art, blending functionality with an appreciation for natural beauty. No wilderness journey would be complete without knowing the basics of Wilderness First Aid. Accidents and injuries can happen, and this part of the Bushcraft Diploma imparts essential skills to treat wounds, recognize signs of illness, and act swiftly to preserve life. Last but not least, The Philosophy of Bushcraft takes students beyond mere survival. It's about a deeper connection with nature, understanding one's place in the grand scheme of things, and developing a respectful and responsible approach to the wilderness. The Bushcraft Diploma is not just an online course but an expedition into the heart of nature, facilitated by expert guidance and well-structured modules. It's a unique opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills, and wisdom to embrace the wild with respect, confidence, and love. By taking this course, learners step into a world where survival meets harmony, and bushcraft becomes not just a set of skills but a way of life. It's a gateway to the untamed wilderness, waiting to be explored, understood, and cherished. What you will learn 1:Introduction to Bushcraft 2:Essential Bushcraft Tools 3:Building Shelter in the Wilderness 4:Wilderness Fire Crafting 5:Foraging and Hunting for Survival 6:Bushcraft Navigation Skills 7:Water Collection and Purification 8:Crafting with Natural Materials 9:Wilderness First Aid 10:The Philosophy of Bushcraft Course Outcomes After completing the course, you will receive a diploma certificate and an academic transcript from Elearn college. Assessment Each unit concludes with a multiple-choice examination. This exercise will help you recall the major aspects covered in the unit and help you ensure that you have not missed anything important in the unit. The results are readily available, which will help you see your mistakes and look at the topic once again. If the result is satisfactory, it is a green light for you to proceed to the next chapter. Accreditation Elearn College is a registered Ed-tech company under the UK Register of Learning( Ref No:10062668). After completing a course, you will be able to download the certificate and the transcript of the course from the website. For the learners who require a hard copy of the certificate and transcript, we will post it for them for an additional charge.

Join Nicola Allen at Stitching Kitchen to create natural Christmas wreaths during this half day workshop. You can choose to make a lush green foliage wreath or a contemporary cones and berries wreath.

Located between Canterbury and Ashford, join us on the beautiful Kent Downs for this introductory 1 day basket weaving course. Our hunter-gatherer ancestors were particularly skilled at making baskets using a host of different materials for a wide range of uses, from purely practical to ceremonial. We’ve put together this basket weaving course for anyone who would like to learn this fabulous skill. This day course will look at the ancient craft of willow basketry. You will be introduced to the materials and tools required and then be guided through the process to make your own round, handled, willow basket. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. Through the day we will also look at: - Alternative weaves such as randing and wailing - How to make oval and rectangular shaped baskets - Different border designs, - Collecting and preparing your own materials from the hedgerow. Time permitting we will also explore other methods of basketry such as coiled and rubbed baskets. What's included in the price? We will provide all tools and materials as well as a plentiful supply of tea and coffee. Cancellation policy Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts

Watercolour, Drawing and Painting in Dumbarton

This pole lathing course has been carefully designed for those who would like to develop their craft skills working with traditional, sustainable materials in a stunning ancient woodland location. Don’t worry if you don’t have any previous greenwood working skills, we’ll guide you through the prcocess from start to finish. Whilst we’re certain that you’ll leave us with some great hand crafted items, you’ll also leave us with new found confidence and ability and an appreciation of the wondeful material that wood is. We’ll start the course by showing you how to safely use an axe. We’ll look at selecting your wood, splitting techniques and a variety of methods to cross cut the wood for the raw materials. You will be shown how to cleft greenwood and use an axe, draw knife and a shave horse to shape the wood. You will then get to use a traditional woodland pole lathe where students have turned dibblers, rolling pins, spirtles, honey drizzlers, chair legs and even potato mashers!! All of the materials you use are sustainably sourced from our own woodland in line with our management plan. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. What's included in the price? Turning tools, froes, draw knives, a selection of axes are all provided. Cancellation policy Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts

Gain the skills and confidence you need to lead your goups on the beach!