Did you ever have the feeling of connecting with nature, going back to your roots, wanting to understand what nature has to give, understand and Practise bushcraft & primitive living skills or just want to get Comfortable with the natural world? Then this might be the course for you.
We have designed Two different 3 day courses. These two courses can be booked separately or as one 6 day course. These courses can be followed by beginners but definitely also by more experienced “bushcrafters”. The reason for this is because of the amount of knowledge we bring to the table, we will bring in Thijmen Apswoude From Holland, who runs one of Europe’s most respected bushcraft schools. His school is very female friendly and has a 50/50 ratio of men to women. (You can find more about Thijmen later in the description.)
This course will be a perfect mixture of theoretical, practical & demonstration lessons,
With breaks in between each new lesson.
We believe that if you really want to practise bushcraft and primitive living skills you have to do so in the natural environment and stay away from modern materials. We believe that practising with modern materials like modern cordage, plastics etc, teaches you how to use modern materials.
We also believe that modern materials can be a distraction from connecting with the natural environment, and connecting with the natural environment is key to truly merge with it and understand how things work, how plants and trees grow, and how animals behave and bring you the level of solitude that is needed.
“Bushcraft & primitive living skills is like a book with difficult words, once you start to understand the word, you will understand what the book is about.”
Set 100% outdoors on the edge of a forest in a small village in Sanda, Hyogo.
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We begin with essential knife safety and techniques that will be used throughout the course. Then, we’ll explore different plant fibers and practice making cordage—an essential skill for many projects, including the primitive traps we’ll be crafting later in the course. In the evening, we’ll enjoy meals cooked over the fire.
Thijmen, raised in a hunter’s family, is an expert in primitive trap-making. Under his guidance, we’ll learn to craft and set a variety of traps, including snares and scissor traps, all made from natural materials.
Fire is one of the most important bushcraft skills, and making fire from natural materials is invaluable. We’ll begin by practicing the hand drill, learning how to craft a set from the landscape and understanding the key factors for success. Next, we’ll move on to the bow drill, where you’ll not only make your own set but also experience the magic of fire by friction, finishing the night off with a BBQ!
We’ll start the day with a plant walk, gathering natural materials for basket-making. Using the coiling technique, we’ll weave pine needle baskets—an ancient and meditative craft that connects us to both tradition and the natural world.
Stepping into the past, we’ll learn the traditional craft of making waraji—straw sandals once worn by travelers, warriors, and monks. Using natural fibers, we’ll weave our own pair, gaining hands-on experience in this time-honored Japanese skill.
Using hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtusa) bark, we’ll craft traditional bark containers. These beautifully handcrafted pieces are not only a testament to your skill but also serve as practical tools for gathering materials like berries. The design we’ll be using originates from the Ojibwe people of the West Coast of Canada.
Yes, you read that right! If you book the full six-day course or at least three days, you’ll have access to two additional days before the main event begins.
We believe that getting comfortable with nature, fire, tools, and outdoor living is essential. These two days will focus on:
Additionally, during the course, you’ll have the opportunity to join optional yoga and meditation sessions led by Tessa Kauw. Morning yoga will prepare the body for the day, while evening sessions (when time allows) may include breathing exercises, forest bathing, and sit spot meditation.
10% aanbetaling als plek reservering (70,-)
€40,00 – €70,00
