Course:
With The River
Nurture kinship with the land through your practice.
Overview
Join us for an immersive course that introduces Kincraft—a practice that nurtures a deep kinship with both the land and your community. Rooted in ancestral knowledge and sustainable living, Kincraft is about more than just foraging or making; it is a pathway to understanding the profound, reciprocal connection between people, place, and culture.
Throughout this course, you will rediscover how the acts of gathering, crafting, and creating together are ancient practices that foster both human connection and a meaningful relationship with the land. As we forage for natural materials and transform them into handcrafted objects, you’ll experience firsthand how working collaboratively strengthens bonds with one another and with the landscapes that sustain us.
In addition to learning practical skills, you will explore how cultural practices have always been shaped by the land, and how these same practices influence and regenerate the environment. Kincraft emphasizes this reciprocal relationship, encouraging practitioners to actively engage with the land in ways that are sustainable, regenerative, and culturally meaningful.
By the end of the course, you will walk away with more than just crafted objects—you’ll carry with you the shared experience of community effort, a deeper connection to the landscape, and the tools to contribute to a culture of regeneration. This course offers an opportunity to be part of a transformative process, where both land and community are nourished through skill, care, and collective creativity.
You will be able to;
Develop an understanding of how traditional ecological knowledge can nurture a deep kinship with the Land.
Recognise the role of materials for our ancestors in creating ‘place’.
Understand the role of kinship in creating deep, regenerative relationships with the Land.
We will cover;
Ethics and Practice - Cultivate and foster ethical relationships with the land, placing a strong emphasis on sustainability, reciprocity, and care in every action and decision we undertake.
Understanding Kinship - Nurture deep, meaningful connections between people, place, and community while actively promoting a sense of belonging and shared responsibility among all members of our community.
Exploring Pedagogy - Focus on experiential learning as a vital approach, where hands-on practice and collective experience deepen our understanding of land, culture, and interconnectedness.
Knowing the Land - Develop an intimate, place-centred knowledge of the diverse landscapes around us, empowering us to become responsible stewards and advocates for sustainable resource use.
Traditional Ecological Knowledge - Draw from the wealth of ancestral wisdom, seamlessly integrating time-tested practices that truly reflect harmonious living with the Land and all its gifts.
Local Ecological Knowledge - Engage deeply with the immediate environment, actively incorporating place-specific knowledge to adopt sustainable practices that resonate with and honour local ecosystems.
Nurturing Culture - Adopt and promote practices that regenerate community ties and uphold local traditions, ensuring cultural resilience and effective environmental stewardship for future generations.
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Details
Instructor: Paul Moseley, Lead Ethnoecologist and Craftsman
Places: Small group size with a maximum of 8 guests to ensure we create a subtle atmosphere in the woods, and you get a very high interact time with the instructor.
Duration: 4.00 pm Friday to 4.00 pm Sunday
Accommodation: This course is run from a woodland camp, where you will set up your tarp or tent and share a communal campfire and other facilities.
Location: Run in a beautiful private woodland area near Harrogate at the Harewood Estate. We'll send you the exact directions with the booking pack.
Kit: A complete list is provided on booking, but you will need only warm clothing, a sleeping bag, and other basics.
Other Information
This course is fully catered, and all meals are prepared as a community. Please inform us of any dietary requirements.
Under 18's must be accompanied by a participating adult
Please note the terms and conditions before you book
