Join writer, facilitator & embodiment practitioner Alice Flynn at Hengistbury Head for a morning enjoying the majesty & simplicity of nature – and how this can influence our creative writing.
We’ll also explore an embodied approach to creative writing working with the rhythms of breath & movement in the body & how these might be in reciprocal relationship with rhythms of ‘breath’ & movement in nature & in our writing.
We will close our session togethering with a packed lunch picnic & optional sharing of our writing.
THE PRACTICAL DETAILS:
WHEN:
Wednesday 28th September, 2022
Times: 9.30AM – 12.30PM
WHERE: Meet outside The Hiker Café, Broadway, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 4EN
WHAT TO BRING:
A notebook & pen/pencil, packed lunch & snacks, water bottle, suncream & waterproof clothing, you may wish to bring a towel/plastic bag to sit (if ground is damp) & an umbrella, any medication (if relevant).
WHAT TO WEAR: This is an outdoor session. It will go ahead if there are rain showers, so please dress for changeable weather. Wear/pack layers for warmth/cool. Wear comfortable shoes you can walk in, with a sturdy base (eg. trainers)
WALK LEVEL: Gentle – moderate.
This is a fairly gentle walk upon a variety of terrains, which may include: shingle, sand, shoreline, gentle inclines and a short moderate incline & steps, woodland and scrub. We will stop along the way to explore creative writing practices. We will move at the pace of the entire group.
Note: There are public toilets at the start & end of the walk but not on the route.
WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?
This event is for all Dorset-based people of any gender expression who would benefit from an uplifting day in community, enjoying nature, connection & creativity.
In keeping with our Wild Writing for Wellbeing aims, priority for the first 8 places will be given to those who would like to attend for wellbeing & connection, those who experience marginalisation or isolation for any reason (be that socio-economic, isolation, gender, sexuality etc), experience mental or physical issues, and those who might not have time/space to access green spaces & creative exploration often.
If you need assistance to fund your travel to this event, please be in touch with Alice in advance of the session via hello@alice-flynn.com/ 07398 665212.
Please also feel free to share this registration link with anyone who might appreciate joining us!
No writing/walking experience is necessary.
BOOK YOUR PLACE:
Register for the Wild Writing for All at Hengistbury Head HERE
(alternatively, copy & paste this booking link in your browser: https://forms.gle/wUfonXHYcfSyg6T99 )
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
Once you’ve booked, within a few days, you’ll hear from us to confirm your space. By end of day on Monday 26th September you will receive a reminder email prior to the event on the 28th. We recommend adding Alice Flynn’s (Facilitator) mobile number to your phone in advance of the day: 07398 665212.
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Feel free to contact us in the meantime if you have any questions via hello@alice-flynn.com
Thank you for being part of this growing creative community, we look forward to connecting with you soon!
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A huge thank you to all our partners whose support ensures that Wild Writing for Wellbeing events are accessible to all:
Thank you to ArtfulScribe, Stepping into Nature & the Nature Art & Wellbeing Community Fund – a collaborative of National Lottery Community Fund via Stepping into Nature, National Academy for Social Prescribing Fund via Thriving Communities Nature Buddies and Contain Outbreak Management Fund via Dorset Council.
