Eequ · After school. In place of school. Beyond school.

Land Learners is a ground-breaking journey that teaches sustainable land stewardship, conservation, food growing, crafts, bird language, ecology, phenomenology, nature connection and self-care skills. It is aimed primarily at young people, but all adults are welcome. It's all about creating a resilient future for both people and nature; building skills, community and connection. Its focus is to act as a bridge between conventional and experiential learning, engaging people in a deep way with the world around them and teaching them both personal and practical skills. Each session will include a wellbeing activity and a learning activity. It could be for you if you care about the environment and your local wild spaces, or you want to learn more land-based skills. It could also be for you if you feel anxious about the future and want to learn new ways to look after yourself and improve your mental health. Topics covered include woodland management, tree planting, creating wildlife ha...

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This course is all about supporting the next generation to steward the natural world and their local places in a healthy way. Here are some of the topics we'll cover: • Woodland management • River, pond and wetland management • Community food growing • Permaculture • Bee keeping • Wildlife habitat creation • Land based crafts and ancient skills • Health and safety on the land • Hedge laying • Tree planting • Species identification • Self-care and wellbeing tools and techniques

Please bring a drink and a packed lunch to your session, and wear sturdy footwear and warm, waterproof clothing. This season's sessions will all be held at our partner site, Hackhurst Farm in Lower Dicker. Full address is Hackhurst Lane, Lower Dicker, East Sussex, BN27 4BP (Search for 'Hackhurst Farm Bungalow' on Google Maps, the farm is opposite the bungalow).