Why are you here?
Do you want to let go of something or change something about your life?
Are you unsure which direction your life should take?
Do you desire to feel more deeply connected to the world & to yourself?
Then this 3 day transformational course is designed for you!
For thousands of years our ancestors lived in harmony with nature - In our modern world of distraction we have forgotten that we are not separate from nature - we are nature.
Only by understanding our own inherent nature
can we hope to fully understand ourselves.
The Wild Within
One day when the time is right
I will dare to shine a light
In the darkest corner of my soul
Before my heart gets too cold
What lucky chance, what twist of fate
Has brought me to these thoughts of late?
I seek the sky, the rocks, the trees
For in these things are gifts indeed
The day I chose to turn and face
The part of me that had no place
At last I’ve set that demon free
There is no one else I’d rather be
I am the wild wind upon the hill
I am the raging river in the dell
I am the eagle in the sky
And my soul is free at last, to fly
Course Information
Itinerary
Day1
Arrival 3pm - Meet & greet. Settle in
4pm Council - Sit together & talk about why you have come. Mark & Brendan support you to share what you need to. There will be time to connect with nature.
7pm Dinner - Brendan prepares a home cooked meal
8pm council - State an intention for the next day’s quest. Familiarise yourself with a map of the area. Pack a rucksack with essentials for the next day – see essentials section.
Day 2
Dawn - You will leave for the Moor until dusk or earlier if you like. You are invited to fast during this time.
6pm Evening Meal
Day 3
Breakfast
10am Council to download the previous day’s events. Mark & Brendan will support & help to translate your experiences.
1pm Lunch
2pm Council continued.
7pm Dinner
Day 4
Breakfast & farewells.
Accommodation
Our courses are held at a bespoke centre for retreats on a rural site in the heart of Dartmoor. Set in 6 acres of grounds it is the perfect location to access Dartmoor. Accommodation is basic, clean & homely with log burners & indoor & outdoor space to relax.
Further Information
What is included?
All meals are included - these will be healthy home cooked meals. If you have specific food allergens please make us aware when you book. Please bring any additional snacks / drinks that may support you.
This is an alcohol free retreat.
Further information & an essentials list will be sent upon confirmation of booking.
How do I prepare before coming?
We invite you to track your dreams & write them down in the days leading up to the Quest - your subconscious will be trying to communicate. What are you struggling with or wanting to confront currently? You may also find it beneficial to cut sugar and caffeine from your diet a few days before the fast.
About Us
Mark
Brendan
Brendan
48 year old father of 3 Mark is a TV Editor turned psychotherapist, men's group leader & poet. Drawing on his deep connection and love for nature, and his extensive experience as a mentor and group leader he founded Man Up A Tree.
Brendan
Brendan
Brendan
63 year old Brendan is a landscaper turned psychotherapist. He has decades of experience working with recovering addicts and is a light in the darkness for so many. His love of people and nature has also led him to Man Up A Tree