We formed in April 2016 and here are the key people of the CLaN
Caroline - Director
Since being taught to spin my first ball of wool by my Grandma nearly 30 years ago I have had a love of wool ever since which sits alongside the other crafts I also do such sewing, felting, basket weaving and traditional food crafts like cheese making. I have worked in outdoor education for the past 13 years. I ran a plant nursery for several years where I taught adults with disabilities horticulture before having my own children. When I am not involved in CLaN I am a learning support assistant at our wonderful local secondary school. I love seeing people benefit from working in a natural environment and being creative. I am a member of the International Feltmakers Association and have recently started my Certificate in Feltmaking Techniques with them.
Tim - Director
The natural world is my passion and for the majority of my life I have tried to inspire others young and old. Since gaining a degree in Applied Biology I have pursued my lifelong love of botany and found myself teaching children at outdoor centres and ended up running the field studies department at a site in Weymouth. I have also worked with older children whilst at the Field Studies Council. I gained experience in practical land management whilst working as Countryside Ranger in Swindon and then ran a Wellbeing project for Wiltshire Wildlife Trust. It was there that I discovered the joys of green woodworking. I have a wide knowledge of wildlife and conservation knowledge and also know how to connect people in community settings.
Hazel - Director
Hazel is the go to person for all our sustainability and gardening project drive and an amazing connector and communicator. She has been a constant support for a lot of CLaN projects over the years and can always be relied on to help with a variety of events and activities.
Emma - Director
For many years Emma taught in a number of inner -city schools in the Midlands, working as a Subject Leader for Art & Design, an Advanced Skills Teacher and an Assistant Head Teacher. More recently she has been working for a local charity supporting young people. Emma has a passion for animals and the outdoors.