An Immersive Arts and Nature Workshop for EVERYONE!
Young, Old and Everyone In Between.
In this gorgeous immersion we'll explore
Circles & Cycles
as we nature bathe & forage
before creating
Mandalas & Woven Baskets.
The Wonder of Cycles?
In this afternoon workshop, we will gather together at the beautiful Gembrook Retreat Meeting House to explore the cycles which are everywhere around us.
🍂 We will recreate the village vibe by exploring the beautiful land and all the stories it holds about the cycles of nature.
🍂 This all ages event creates the opportunity for intergenerational connection, support and exploration.
🍂 We'll collect and play with natural materials to create nature mandalas and woven grass baskets.
Your Workshop Guides
Hi, I’m Fiona
Educator, Coach, Parent, Creative, Lifewalker
I believe in whole-self living, where we can build a path to being our authentic selves more often, with less comparisonitis and self-judgement.
Whether it’s working with young people or adults, individuals, families or groups, my drive is to be a companion for the messy journey of life, as it unfolds in our day to day happenings. When I gather folks together I focus on nurturing the individual through warmth, creativity and playfulness so that we can sing up a more hearty world to inhabit together.
I can't wait to spend an afternoon with you exploring Circles & Cycles with you and feeling into "whole self living" where we live as close to our natural self as possible.
Hi, I'm Tamsin
Nature Play and Design Expert
I've worn many hats as a sculptor, community artist, landscape architect, tutor/lecturer and meditation retreat coordinator.
My passion now is Nature Play. I offer creative nature programs for children and events for families. I also runs design workshops/seminars for parents, carers and early childhood educators to foster more backyard nature play. You can learn more about me and my work at Hands Down.
Come and Play with Us and Nourish Your Selves Young and Old!
What's included?
A glorious half day exploring Gembrook Retreat
All the materials you need
Bottomless cuppas and a simple wholefood afternoon tea (please BYO lunch)
Fiona and Tamsin will create and facilitate relaxed, engaging and inclusive spaces for ALL.
A space for YOU to relax and connect with other adults (if you want it) while the children are guided by Tamsin. (See FAQ for more info)
FAQ
Can I bring my Children?
Yes all ages are welcome. If you would like to soak up some adult focused space, Tamsin is happy to forage with the children, in the safe confines of the Gembrook Retreat land. The basket weaving space will be best suited to adults and children 9+
Can I come Without Children?
Absolutely! This is a totally inclusive space so EVERYONE is welcome. There will be different spaces with everyone meeting together, a space more geared towards grown ups, and some spaces especially children friendly.
Which Ticket Should I buy?
Honestly, we really want to make this space accessible to all, so choose whichever ticket is right for you, the descriptions are a guide. If the minimum $40 too much for you, please contact us directly and we'll offer you a free/lower cost ticket if we can.
Accessibility
The walk from the carpark to the Meeting House is a significant distance across sloped paddocks. Once at the Meeting House the whole building is fully accessible. If you have mobility restrictions, please just reach out and we'll see if it's possible for one of the Gembrook Retreat caretakers to drive you to the Meeting House.
What if I get sick? Do you offer refunds?
I know it continues to be uncertain times with a lot of illness around. If you are unable to attend because of illness or unforseen circumstances please let us know as soon as is practicable, so we can make the spaces available to others. Unfortunately we have a number of fixed costs so cannot offer 100% refunds. If you cancel within 3 days of the workshop starting, we are happy to refund the ticket price minus our fixed costs (venue hire, ticketing fees). Unfortunately cancellations within 24 hours of the workshop will receive a maximum 50% refund.
Safety
Both Fiona and Tamsin have current working with children's checks and a long history working with children. Fiona also has a Child Safe Training Certificate ensuring best child safety practices are implemented. You are welcome to send your child foraging with Tamsin and she will wander with a group. Gembrook Retreat is a contained and fenced farmland, however there are inherent risks and so you need supervise your child whenever they are not with one of the facilitators of the sessions.