Wellbeing in the woods
Fieldhead Campus, Fieldhead Hospital, Ouchthorpe Lane, Wakefield, WF1 3SP
Face to Face Recovery College Courses
Wellbeing in the woods is a therapeutic forest school in a woodland area at the rear of Fieldhead Hospital and will be run one day a week over a 6 week period, each session lasting around 3 hours. The sessions are ideal for young adults experiencing mild mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety and will prioritise access for individuals who may otherwise have difficulty accessing outdoor projects and experiences.
Participants will learn practical skills such as carving, woodland management, woodcraft skills, cooking etc. along with developing life skills such as self-awareness, self-esteem, confidence, self-management, resilience and determination and nature based mindfulness.
The sessions will be run by two level 3 Forest School practitioners and will provide engagement with outdoor natural environments which is beneficial for mental health and wellbeing through a restorative effect, positive social contact and opportunities for physical activity.
As there will be a lunch break during each session, please ensure you bring a packed lunch and drinks with you to each session. Please ensure you also wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes (trainers or boots) for walking in the woodland.
At Fieldhead Campus
Start dates and time
| Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 26 June 2023 | 11am-2pm | 6 weeks |
Location
How do I enrol?
You are not referred to the Recovery College, you can simply enrol yourself, or on behalf of someone, for any of our courses that may be of interest to you. Our courses are open to all adults and we welcome carers, supporters and professionals too.
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