Description
A day of carving and learning woodcraft skills for parents and children. Parent and child will be guided through carving projects of their choice, with patient and attentive instruction. All learning in the workshop is child led and at their pace. Carve and learn together, taking home your very own bespoke creations! Connecting with people through woodcraft is my passion. Engaging children and young people through hands on learning, with the simple tools, using natural materials is a joy. I work with children of all ages in both wilderness education and woodcraft for the Wilderness Foundation UK and various woodland learning organisations in the Cambridgeshire area. I am trained in working with children and have full DBS check and all other safeguarding requirements. I strive to provide a peaceful and relaxed environment for learning. The workshop takes place in my outdoor, home workshop. You will be guided through the entire process and encouraged to find your own inspiration from carving, at your own pace. The practice of carving is an opportunity to quiet your mind, focus your attention, and develop new skills. Appropriate for ages 8+. No charge for helpers or personal assistants attending with people with disabilities. Support animals welcome.
What's included in the price?
The workshop will include: -An introduction to greenwood work and wood carving. -Safe and efficient knife grips and carving techniques. -Safe and efficient axe techniques. -Gathering of greenwood for carving. -Examples and choice of carving projects that both appeal and are achievable for parent and child. -Tool sourcing and tool buying advice. -Tool sharpening advice. -A simple snack cooked over an open fire. Teas and coffee available. -All the knowledge and skills needed to start on your own carving journey. -Your own hand carved creations!
Duration
4 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
As a wildlife biologist and woodland firefighter for the last decade, the best part of my job was teaching others the wonders of wild spaces. The tools and traditions of living close to nature are as wondrous as natural spaces themselves. My passion for the natural world shifted from the growth of flora and fauna to how we as humans grow in wild areas. I now focus on working with young people and adults, specialising in green woodworking, spoon carving, wilderness skills and bushcraft, with nature based well-being at the centre of all I do. I primarily teach sloyd workshops and wilderness education programmes. I have experience with SEN individuals as well as other mental and spiritual health difficulties. For me, the natural world and its materials are a source of grounding. I am an avid outdoorsman, angler, green woodworker, and new father. I strive to find creative and impactful ways to help people connect with themselves and the natural world through making.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Children
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Public transport
- Parking provided
