Ember Keepers

This program is, at its heart, about gathering in community.

It’s a space for adults to come together outdoors – to slow down, to be present, and to share and play in a way that often gets lost in the pace of everyday life. Rather than working toward a fixed outcome, we hold space for what naturally unfolds. Conversation, quiet moments, shared laughter, curiosity, and connection all have a place here.

At its core, this is about carving out intentional time to be together in nature.

We recognize that life is full, and schedules are often stretched. Because of this, we ask participants to honour the importance of this space by committing to attend as consistently as possible. The depth of connection that grows here is rooted in presence, continuity, and the willingness to return to the circle, month after month.

From this foundation, everything else grows.

Through time on the land, we deepen our relationship with nature, with each other, and with ourselves. Bushcraft skills, seasonal awareness, and land-based knowledge are woven in along the way – not as the goal, but as natural expressions of our time together.

Each session is shaped by the group and the season. We follow what arises, drawing on the interests, questions, and lived experience of those present to guide our shared journey.

The program includes eight in-person sessions, held once a month on Saturdays from September to May, with optional prompts offered between gatherings to support ongoing reflection and connection.

At Free Spirit Forest and Nature School, we spend our days outdoors in all weather. When temperatures drop, fire becomes our best friend, and hot tents are available if needed. Please note that this location uses port-o-potties and there is no running water, so remember to bring your own water bottle, along with a hearty lunch and whatever else you need to keep yourself comfortable for the day.

This program welcomes those who feel called to gather – to listen, to share, to play, and simply to be. Thank you for stepping into the circle and choosing to say yes.