UPCOMING COURSES

Ancestral Skills Courses — Country 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.

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Students processing animal intestines at a Theresa Emmerich Kamper course.

Before convenience, there was skill

AUG  28 – 30 · HAMPSHIRE, UK

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DEER SKIN TANNING

Two people outdoors working together to smoke a tanned deer hide stretched over a denim‑covered post. The man on the left adjusts a clamp while the woman on the right holds the hide steady, both focused on the process. Sunlight filters through trees in the background, highlighting the traditional deer skin tanning technique.

Over three hands-on days, you’ll work a raw deer hide from start to finish — softening, dressing, and smoking it into usable leather, echoing a time when every part of an animal was valued.

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Close-up of several tanned deer hides laid out on a surface, showing natural variations in color and texture �— from pale cream and tan to rich brown. The hides overlap and fold softly, illustrating the results of traditional deer skin tanning techniques that produce supple, durable leather.

Courses by location: find yours

Keep an eye on this page as I add new 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

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DEER SKIN TANNING
28 Aug 2026, 10:00 – 30 Aug 2026, 17:00
UNITED KINGDOM, Chalton Ln, Chalton, Waterlooville PO8 0BG, UK
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LEATHER PATTERNING & SEWING
28 Jan 2027, 10:00 – 31 Jan 2027, 17:00
South London, 35 Chipstead Valley Rd, Coulsdon CR5 2RB, UK
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DEER SKIN TANNING
30 Jul 2027, 10:00 – 01 Aug 2027, 17:00
South London, UK, South London, UK
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7- DAY ANIMAL USE INTENSIVE SCOTLAND
06 Aug 2027, 10:00 – 12 Aug 2027, 17:00
SCOTLAND, East Lothian, UK
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FUR TANNING SCOTLAND
14 Aug 2027, 09:00 – 15 Aug 2027, 17:00
SCOTLAND, East Lothian, UK
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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

Let's work together

If you're after direct guidance on a specific project, or want to go deeper into a skill than a group course allows, I offer private consultations on:

Tanning & Leatherwork: From processing skins to designing and patterning leather clothing.
Primitive Skills & Bushcraft: Practical advice on general wilderness survival and traditional skills.
Experimental Archaeology: Deep dives into historical techniques and material recreations.

EXPLORE CONSULTATIONS

GIFT CARDS

Anchor 1

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

Ancestral Skills Courses — Country by Country

Join my next course:
DEER SKIN TANNING