Living Landscapes ~ Turas Bealtaine Tour 14th to 24th of May 2024
The Living Landscapes of Ireland are central to the focus of this journey. They are the medium through which we will discover the varied bioregions that exist here, how they came to be, the unique habitats they provide and the rich medicine they can often offer. We will journey in connection with these ancient places and through them explore the ecological & cultural history of these lands.
We will visit many wild and ancient power places; primordial woodlands of Oak and Yew, stone circles and megaliths, hermitage caves, fairy forts, & holy wells. We will explore the rich biodiversity of Ireland’s flora and be guided by many experts in Herbalism, Botany, Herbal Medicine Making, Wild Food Foraging, Mythology & Storytelling, Forestry and Native Tree Lore.
We will also explore the mythology that permeates the land and its people and be immersed in stories of the Sídhe & Tuatha Dé, the otherworldly folk that are said to reside in the hollow hills.
This Turas Bealtaine will deepen your connection with plants and planet, history and self. It is an homage to the Living Landscapes that make up the land of Éireann.
Bígí linn! Tar agus Fáilte
Living Landscapes Tour Duration: 11 days, 10 nights
Living Landscapes Tour Cost: We have 3 price tiers €3100 (euros) first eight places, €3200 2nd eight places, €3300 final eight places. ** SOLD OUT **
Price includes double occupancy lodging with either twin beds or double beds for couples (solo travelers will be paired with a roommate, or a limited-number of private rooms are available with additional supplement), three meals a day, all transportation within Ireland, all entrance fees, classes and instruction.
Photo Credit: Rosemary Kavanagh, Wild Rose Basketry
Living Traditions ~ 10th to 20th of September, 2024
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Delve into the heart of Ireland's vibrant cultural heritage through traditional ways of living in relationship with the land. Our adventure will lead us to places steeped in ecological, archaeological, and cultural significance in the western wilds of Ireland. Discover hidden stone circles on secluded hillsides, engage with local artisans in their workshops, wander through ancient forests, and visit islands that are living libraries protecting Ireland’s language and heritage.
We’ll visit stone carvers and woodworkers, learn about basketry and traditional food preservation techniques, and experience the wild landscapes that make it all possible. Get to know the craftspeople and storytellers keeping the skills and spirit of this enchanted island alive.
Living Traditions will weave you into a tapestry of skills, stories, and places of kinship with the land and its history. Lose yourself in the rich narratives of ancient folklore, tales of fairy folk, and the wisdom of generations past while experiencing the myriad of ways these vibrant traditions still thrive.
Join us to create lasting memories that bridge the gap between past and present, between this world and the other.
Bígí linn! Tar agus Fáilte!
Living Traditions Tour Duration: 11 days, 10 nights
Living Traditions Tour Cost: We have 3 price tiers €3300 (euros) first eight places, €3400 second eight places, €3500 final eight places.
Price includes double occupancy lodging with either twin beds or double bed for couples (solo travelers will be paired with a roommate, or a limited-number of private rooms are available with additional supplement), three meals a day, all transportation within Ireland, all entrance fees, classes* and instruction.
*Note: an optional basketry workshop will be offered with an additional materials fee
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