THE CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS - A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

Join The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) for 'A Breath of Fresh Air', four weekly sessions focused on combating loneliness, cultivating creativity and mindfulness, and appreciating nature.

We are offering a short programme of four FREE sessions, on consecutive Thursdays, from 10am until 1pm.

We try to foster a calm and relaxed atmosphere, with plenty of time made for chatting and tea and biscuits.

A different activity is offered each week:

• Week 1 - Connecting with nature. Introducing mindfulness techniques such as grounding, reflection, and basic breathing exercises. Focusing on awareness of the senses – looking and listening to nature.
• Week 2 - Mindful photography. Learning about simple photography techniques to create photos from nature, with a focus on the process of photography and being in nature, rather than concentrating on results.
• Week 3 - Nature journaling. You will be given a journal, and encouraged to make entries focusing on what they experience in nature.
• Week 4 - Foraging workshop. You will learn about some of the common plants that can be foraged and try some wild campfire cooking.

While we will provide a shelter, campfire, and refreshments (tea and biscuits), sessions take place outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

‘A Breath of Fresh Air’ will take place at the following Green Spaces:

New Park Springs, Grimethorpe, Barnsley:

Thursday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, July 2024.

Phoenix Park, Thurnscoe, Barnsley:

Thursday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, September 2024.

Please contact TCV to book a place or find out more.