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supported by Creative Irleand

The Natural Way to Creativity 2022

The project will involve discovering the natural world , mindfulness ,

Botanical art and creative writing workshop. 10-4pm

20 people

open to 13 -18 years old only

Facillitated by Merlin Woods Collective with Friends of Merlin Woods

10-11.30am 1.5 hours Exploring the natural settings a relaxing walk around Merlin Park Woods discovering the variety of wildlife areas

11.30-11.45 15 mins Short break

11.45- 12.45 1 hour Mindfulness with Sharon Fitzmaurice focusing on the self , methods of relaxation and feelings the benefits of using nature for

relaxation and stress relief

12.45- 1.30pm 45 mins Lunch- a time for young people to relax and chat with each other

1.30-3pm 1.5 hours Botanical Art with Debbie Reilly getting up close to nature through art

3pm-4pm 1 hour Journalling writing workshop with Catherine Denning , a creative process examining the events of the day , exploring the impacts of the project emotionally , visually and descriptively

Phiotographs will be taken on the day of participants for promtional purposes , A permission sheet will be issued to parents and guardians .

Refreshments and Workshop Materials Supplied

for more info contact : friendsofmerlinwoods@gmail.com