Seasonal series
Wildcraft Way: Begin Your Seasonal Journey at Samhain
An introduction to seasonal living, Scottish Gaelic folklore, nature connection and the wisdom of the Wheel of the Year.
Discover the Wildcraft Way through two intertwined courses:
1. Introduction to the Wildcraft Way discover the foundations and begin weaving seasonal practices into your everyday life.
2. A Seasonal Journey into Samhain explore the folklore, traditions, plants, stories and practices of this significant turning point in the Gaelic year.
Whether you're new to seasonal living or looking for fresh inspiration, you can begin your journey here.
Discover the Wildcraft Way through two intertwined courses:
1. Introduction to the Wildcraft Way discover the foundations and begin weaving seasonal practices into your everyday life.
2. A Seasonal Journey into Samhain explore the folklore, traditions, plants, stories and practices of this significant turning point in the Gaelic year.
Whether you're new to seasonal living or looking for fresh inspiration, you can begin your journey here.
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Introduction to the Wildcraft Way
Discover the foundations of a seasonal life rooted in nature, folklore and meaningful everyday practices.
This course introduces you to the philosophy and foundations of the Wildcraft Way, helping you understand not just what we do, but why we do it.
You'll explore how the Celtic Wheel of the Year can become a framework for reconnecting with the land, noticing seasonal changes and bringing more nature, creativity and rhythm into your everyday life.
Through practical examples and activities drawn from across the Wheel of the Year, you'll discover how to:
- Learn about plants and forage safely and respectfully.
- Explore Scottish Gaelic folklore, stories and traditional plant lore.
- Create simple seasonal rituals and activities.
- Bring songs, rhymes and blessings into everyday life.
- Explore Waldorf-inspired seasonal rhythms.
- Develop a meaningful relationship with the changing seasons.
- Find ways to incorporate all of this into your existing family life.
This course introduces you to the philosophy and foundations of the Wildcraft Way, helping you understand not just what we do, but why we do it.
You'll explore how the Celtic Wheel of the Year can become a framework for reconnecting with the land, noticing seasonal changes and bringing more nature, creativity and rhythm into your everyday life.
Through practical examples and activities drawn from across the Wheel of the Year, you'll discover how to:
- Learn about plants and forage safely and respectfully.
- Explore Scottish Gaelic folklore, stories and traditional plant lore.
- Create simple seasonal rituals and activities.
- Bring songs, rhymes and blessings into everyday life.
- Explore Waldorf-inspired seasonal rhythms.
- Develop a meaningful relationship with the changing seasons.
- Find ways to incorporate all of this into your existing family life.
Write your awesome label here.
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Seasonal Journey into Samhain
Samhain is a significant turning point in the Gaelic seasonal calendar, marking the transition into the darker half of the year.
In this seasonal deep dive, we'll explore the stories, folklore and traditions associated with Samhain in Scottish Gaelic culture, alongside practical ways to bring this season alive through nature-based learning.
We'll journey through:
- Samhain in Scottish Gaelic tradition.
- The Scottish Fairy Faith and the Otherworld.
- Ancestors and remembrance.
- The Cailleach and her relationship with the season.
- Trees, plants and their folklore.
- Seasonal songs, stories, crafts and activities.
You'll also find practical inspiration for celebrating Samhain, from making traditional turnip lanterns to exploring seasonal recipes, botanical crafts and storytelling.
This is where you'll begin to experience the Wildcraft Way in action.
Meet the instructor
Katy Swift
The Wildcraft Way grew out of my own practices with my family. I have found it to be the prefect antidote to managing the chaos of a young family in today's world that pulls us in so many directions.
I have also found that mothering this way has greatly enriched my life and my own spiritual practices and helped me to embrace this season of mothering as a way to keep learning and developing my craft. I am so happy to share this with you.
I have also found that mothering this way has greatly enriched my life and my own spiritual practices and helped me to embrace this season of mothering as a way to keep learning and developing my craft. I am so happy to share this with you.
lived experience
What makes the Wildcraft Way different?
The Wildcraft Way grew out of my own experiences of learning, mothering and searching for a deeper connection with the natural world.
Through exploring the Wheel of the Year, Scottish Gaelic folklore, plants, stories and seasonal practices, I discovered a way of bringing more meaning, rhythm and connection into everyday family life.
What began as my own personal practice has grown into something I am now delighted to share with others.
The Wildcraft Way is an invitation to explore this approach for yourself, wherever you are and whatever your experience.
Through exploring the Wheel of the Year, Scottish Gaelic folklore, plants, stories and seasonal practices, I discovered a way of bringing more meaning, rhythm and connection into everyday family life.
What began as my own personal practice has grown into something I am now delighted to share with others.
The Wildcraft Way is an invitation to explore this approach for yourself, wherever you are and whatever your experience.
What people are saying about the Wildcraft Way
Naomi
Course participant
And this year, your journey begins at Samhain.
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