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UPCOMING COURSES

Ancestral skills courses by country

Join me, Dr. Theresa Emmerich Kamper, for hands-on courses in hide tanning, animal processing, fish skin dyeing and sewing, leather work, and bushcraft — small groups, real one-to-one guidance, and plenty of time to ask questions.

Students processing animal intestines at a Theresa Emmerich Kamper course.

PRIMITIVE SKILLS · WORLDWIDE

Browse courses by country

Keep an eye on this page as I add new traditional crafts courses throughout the year. Book your spot directly here, and feel free to use gift cards toward any course or consultation booked on this site.

PS Payment plans are available via PayPal's Pay Later option!

United Kingdom

UK courses combining traditional techniques together with research‑based approaches.

Scotland

Workshops in Scotland focusing on traditional skills, practical hide work, and hands‑on learning.

United States

A broad range of US primitive skills courses across several states, from beginner to advanced.

Germany

Germany features structured, technique‑heavy courses for all experience levels.

Spain 

Courses in Spanish offering hands‑on hide work and focused, practical tanning instruction.

Australia

A curated selection of Australian courses offering practical tanning techniques and fieldcraft skills.

New courses for this country will be added soon.

N. Ireland

Ireland offers a few immersive workshops in natural tanning and fieldcraft.

New courses for this country will be added soon.

France

French courses offer leatherwork and clothing techniques in a focused learning setting.

New courses for this country will be added soon.

Sweden

Courses in Sweden featuring practical hide work and approachable bushcraft skills.

New courses for this country will be added soon.

Love prehistoric crafts? Explore online courses in Prehistoric Textiles and Nettle Cordage with Sally Pointer.

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REVIEWS

What students say about my courses

Nothing means more to me than hearing what someone actually took away from a course — here are a few of those stories, in their own words.

DEER SKIN TANNING COURSE

"A week I'll never forget and skills I'll be attempting to put into practice in the future, learnt from a brilliant and seriously energetic teacher who shows true passion for her craft. I've never laughed so much whilst learning. Hopefully, one day I'll be lucky enough to join you on another course."

Kieran Worland - 2025

COYOTE FUR TANNING COURSE

"Theresa’s course is not only a hands on step by step “how to” she brings her vast knowledge of the subject and explains not only scientifically as to why steps are done at certain times, but breaks it down so that even the novice can grasp the concepts. It is always a great learning experience taking her courses, plus it brings together varied individuals who share common interests."

Oxyatl - 2025

USING THE WHOLE ANIMAL COURSE

"Not only was the Doctor incredibly intelligent, but also entertaining, mixing her knowledge of science and humor to create an epic weekend. Just incredible. Highly recommend a course with this legend!"

Misty Dullahide - 2025

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Completed PhD

University of Exeter, prehistoric tanning technologies

Published Researcher

Peer-reviewed book, Sidestone Press

National TV Credits

Alone Season 8, Surviving the Stone Age

30+ Years Practicing

Hands-on practitioner since childhood in Wyoming

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