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About Wildeye Adventures🌿🏕️

Wildeye Adventures is a leading outdoor and environmental education company, specialising in bushcraft and survival skills. At Wildeye, our instructors are highly skilled, experienced and passionate environmental educators committed to preserving the natural world. We believe that fostering a deep, personal connection with nature is key to nurturing environmental care. In today’s urbanised world, it’s more important than ever to reconnect with the outdoors, bridging the gap between modern life and the natural world. Our survival skills and bushcraft courses teach self-reliance, allowing you to travel light and immerse yourself fully in nature.

About Yara Ghrewati🔥

Founded by Yara Ghrewati, Wildeye Adventures offers a range of outdoor adventure and woodland courses. Yara’s vision includes both youth and adult programs focused on reconnecting with nature, along with creative workshops at various festivals, events and retreats.

Courses & Retreats🌱

Wildeye creates nature connection retreats, women only gatherings, provides immersive bushcraft and survival skills training, forest bathing, natural healing and drumming in private woodlands. Our adult-only courses & camps focus on creating positive, transformative experiences. For private one-to-one courses visit the Alone in the Woods page. For families, we offer bushcraft courses and birthdays for children and group / social / community events.

Corporate Team Building & Wellbeing🌲

We collaborate with corporate organisations to deliver engaging team-building experiences, nature-connection retreats and wellbeing days. Our expertly designed programs foster resilience, collaboration and mindfulness, helping teams reconnect with nature while developing essential skills in a dynamic outdoor setting.

Environmental Advocacy🌎

We are committed to raising awareness of ancient trees, woodland ecology, forest conservation and reforestation. Spending time in nature offers profound benefits for mental health and well-being, and we advocate for the healing power of the natural world. Wildeye is connected to a network of organisations promoting outdoor education, nature connection and environmental conservation. Visit our Networks page to see our partnerships.

Thank You🍄

Thank you for connecting with Wildeye Adventures. Nature has much to teach us—stay human, go to nature.

Wildeye Adventures | Camp Safety & Responsibility

At Wildeye Adventures, we promote outdoor education, self-sufficiency and a deep connection to nature. While on camp, you are responsible for your own health and safety.

🌿 Woodland Awareness & Safety

The terrain is uneven, with natural hazards like falling branches and slippery ground. Stay alert.
Bring any required medications and manage them yourself—we cannot hold or administer them.
Fire safety is paramount—follow all instructions, keep loose clothing away, and never burn plastic, cans, or glass.
Wild plants & fungi—do not pick or eat anything, as some may be toxic.

🏕️ Personal Responsibility & Preparation

Bring a mug or flask for hot water & herbal teas.
Take all rubbish off-site—leave no trace.
Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and prepare for British weather—survival skills require resilience!
For overnight camps, carry a small first aid kit and practice self-care as needed.

⚠️ Emergency & Liability Notice

Our instructors provide guidance, but your safety is in your hands.
Wildeye Adventures is not responsible for injuries, illnesses, or unexpected incidents.
In an emergency, dial 999 for assistance.

Thank you for your understanding—stay safe, stay wild! 🌿🔥

MEET THE TRIBE

Outdoor Instructor

KRISTINE HEATON

Forest School Leader & Outdoor Instructor with a massive love for woodlands. Kristine works with a charity working with young people in woodlands for mental health & wellbeing. Loves hiking, traveling & being outside.

Bushcraft Instructor

ED TERRY

Mountain leader & bushcraft instructor. Trekking guide in the UK with schools & charities on youth development, via the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, wildcraft/team building camps & expeditions. He is passionate about the natural world, its preservation & sharing his knowledge with others.

ANNIE HARTNETT

Bushcraft Instructor

Annie is a Bushcraft Instructor & environmental educator, with over 15 years of experience with young

people & adults. Her passions include foraging for edible & medicinal plants, natural crafting, scuba diving, hiking and bouldering.

YARA GHREWATI

Founder of Wildeye Adventures

Bushcraft & Survival Instructor | Archery Instructor | Environmental Educator | Forest Bathing Practitioner

🌿 Operating in UK woodlands with 15+ years of experience in the outdoor industry.
🎯 Archery & Bushcraft Specialist working with schools, expedition companies, youth mentoring groups, and grassroots initiatives in the UK & abroad.
🏕️ Certified & Qualified:
✔️ First Aid Certified
✔️ DBS Checked
✔️ Mental Health in the Outdoors Certified
🎤 Public Speaker, Campaigner & Media Presenter.

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

I arranged to take a group of primary-aged children to a bush craft day. Right from the start, contact with Yara was professional and efficient. Very reasonably priced considering the impact on the children. They were taught knots, den building, set challenges and making fire. Every single one of them thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Will definitely be booking again! - Stephanie Dames | Teacher

"I booked on a one-to-one Alone in the Woods experience with Wildeye Adventures as I wanted to learn survival skills and how to build my own shelter from woodland materials. I also wanted the experience of spending a night on my own in the woods. I couldn't have asked for a better instructor than Yara. She checked that my shelter was rainproof and I managed to stay warm, comfortable and dry in spite of heavy rain all night long! Of particular value for me was learning how to light a fire and with Yara's clear instructions and guidance I now feel confident in my ability to do this even in wet weather. I also learned so many other things too numerous to mention, from the gifts provided by nature that can help you survive, to essential items to purchase for your survival kit bag. It was an amazing experience which has equipped me with the knowledge and confidence to be able to comfortably survive on my own in the wild." - Lesley Shepherd | Alone in the Woods

I cannot begin to explain the weekend I have just had with Wildeye Adventures. After seeing their advertisement on Facebook for a Wild Women's weekend, I took the leap and booked to go by myself, I am in my early 20s and was a little scared I'm not going to lie, Yara and Kristine were incredible. They were so welcoming and I felt like I was at home in the woods with them. They were really helpful with how they explained things and made sure everyone felt very supported. The drumming session with Mel just made me cry, I obviously had a lot to release and this weekend was the PERFECT way to do it. From learning how to build my own shelter, start y own fire, cook my own food and just be at peace with myself I couldn't recommend them any higher. Take the leap and just go, you may find that part of you, you were always searching for. I know I did. - Meg Abernethy - Hope | Women in the Woods

"Yara and Wildeye Adventures (in partnership with Woodland Trust) ran a fantastic tree planting event on my land near Sevenoaks in Kent. They organised 170 volunteers to come and plant 500 trees. The day was perfect in terms of organisation and logistics with a lovely community spirit.It was AMAZING!

If you have some land and would like to support the planting of more woodland, I can’t recommend Wildeye Adventures highly enough."

- Will Bax (landowner) | Tree Planting Event

I had the best time at Women in the Woods! Yara knows so much about bushcraft, survival and has a way of explaining things that really help me appreciate and feel connected to our environment. Who wouldn't want to gather in the woods, make fires and bang drums?? The whole group was lovely - there was such a good atmosphere which I think is largely down to Yara's warmand lively energy. Thank you can't wait for more events!

"Superbly planned event. We had comprehensive details sent to us in advance, so we knew just what to do when we arrived.
We had such a warm welcome, and it was a brilliant event"

- Dianne Kennaird

I have attended two events so far with Yara at Wildeye Adventures. Yara is a fantastic communicator and her passion, enthusiasm, knowledge, skills and kindness come across very strongly. She is a powerful advocate for nature and is extremely talented at imparting her knowledge so that you go away feeling confident in new skills learnt and/or in refining skills you already had. I would recommend her for workshops with all ages and ranges of experience and I’ll be keeping a close eye out for her future events. She is capable of organising the logistics around large scale events as well as smaller gatherings. Thank you Yara for doing what you do - Rebecca Collins

I first met Yara at Camp Wildfire back in 2017 when she was working with the Woodland Trust - thanks to her we planted 10 acres of new woodland. We met a couple more times at Camp Wildfire again, where I joined in with her bushcraft workshops which I LOVED!Earlier this year I saw through her social media that she was delivering some Forest bathing sessions in Buckinghamsire. As part of my schools Adult Mental Health and Environemnt Teams, I thought this could be perfect for some of our staff to get out into the woodlands for an hour and try something new.We met at Langley Park and spent about 1.5 hours outside. Yara was fantastic! We were encouraged to explore our surroundings and pay close attention to our senses, feeling, smelling, hearing, seeing and even tasting! (Did you know pine leaves taste like citrus and are full of goodness?)As it got darker, our senses became even more switched on as we had to follow the sound of Yara's flute back to our meeting spot where we learned about the science behind how trees communicate with each other, how the bacteria in the outdoors supports a healthy microbiome and the neurobiology behind how trees and woodlands can help our bodies immune systems. Yara is incredibly knowledgable and passionate about her work which really captured the imaginations of our group.We managed to stumble our way back to the cars (without torches) feeling relaxed, calm and refreshed!My colleagues all messaged me the next morning telling me what a fantastic time they had, and how relaxed they still felt. One is excited to try out the hammocks on our next outing!10/10 we are already planning our next one! - Ben Wingrove | Forest Bathing

Yara, thank you for a very special unique wonderful Shinrin Yoku walk with the group in the beautiful bluebell woods last Wednesday. Still feel calm and relaxed!

- Ginette Goulston-Lincoln | Forest Bathing

We met Yara at a festival, during a fire making workshop, it was fun, our kid is still talking about it. 'Dad, remember when we were making dens and you made a fire in the woods.' Sadly I missed her tree talk, I really hope to have another opportunity to listen to it in future! Thanks Yara for your engagement to help people reconnect with nature - vital to human nature. - D. L.

"My daughter and I planted two trees in Shoreham at the weekend with Wildeye Adventures - we were so happy to have an opportunity to actually do something practical for the environment! Re-wilding am area of farmland to create a forest. Thank you for all that you do!" - Hazel Stinson | Tree Planting Event

I absolutely loved the retreat I attended in Sarratt - amazing location, exquisite food, delicious activities and all organised beautifully with very high professionalism. I felt very looked after and I came home totally reenergised.

- Nabila Dolfini | Wildeye Retreat

"We had a great time at Camp Wildeye. Yara was very knowledgeable and she and Christine managed to pitch everything at the perfect level for both ourselves and children to enjoy. The kids loved the mix of bush crafting, creative activities and just running wild! We adults got to try new skills as well as practicing and honing our existing skills under Yara's guidance. The camp breakfast was delicious. We all learned so much and came back with lots of enthusiasm and inspiration for future trips and wild activities to try at home" - Sally Dubale | Family Bushcraft Camp

I did the lockdown survival camp with my 10 year old daughter and it was a truly amazing experience. Yara is passionate about the outdoors and has lots of stories of her adventures in the rainforest and beyond. From making our own waterproof shelter (which we slept in) to firebuilding and survival tips it was very comprehensive.
Highly recommended! - Sally Nakajima

Yara's work is wonderful, and I highly recommend her. She has an authentic and deep connection to the natural world and particularly trees and tree lore - the best soul to be out and guided into the woods with, she gently inspires and encourages nature connection. - James Murray-White | Environmental Journalist | Forest Bathing

I attended Women in the Woods with Yara and The Drum Woman. What a fantastic experience! Yara was a great guide to the forest and an inspiring advocate for the importance of woodlands. She and her team provided great support to help me explore and feel comfortable staying in the woods. When's the next one?

- Louise Karuna | Women in the Woods

"I really loved the session we had while out at Camp Wildfire building our own forest huts and a cheeky bit of blackberry picking from me! Yara gives a lot of interesting info and is just a nice person all around."

- Max Sinclair (Founder of Eco Companion)

This was my first experience with Yara and the Wildeye Adventure team .The woman’s retreat in Sarratt was just wonderful , such beautiful surroundings a great team, who continued to provide, amazing food , guidance , support , fun and nurturing .
The highlights for me were being surrounded in a safe , beautiful surrounding, drumming by the fire, gong bath bliss, massage , delicious food and belly dancing!
Thank you. I will definitely be returning - Joanna Fitzsimons | Wildeye Retreat

"Yara is the most passionate survival and bushcraft woman I have ever met. She is really knowledgeable and shares her skills clearly with others. We had a wild time with her making fires in all kinds of way and at the end this huge group of women could just work together and build a fire for us all without saying a word. Yara is great fun and very safe and works with nature rather than 'doing' to it." - Melonie Syrett