Sweden Canoe & Wilderness Challenge
Over the last few years, Wye Knot Community, in partnership with Sweden Outdoor Coaching, have been running these very successful empowerment wilderness weeks in Sweden – offering women the chance to step away from everyday life and reconnect deeply with nature.
These challenges take place along the Harken River, where we canoe through pristine landscapes, wild camp on the riverbanks, and embrace the simplicity of life outdoors. Together, we learn to fish, cook over open fires, and pick up basic survival and bushcraft skills – all while building community, resilience, and friendships that last far beyond the river.
This week is guided exclusively by experienced female leaders, creating a safe and supportive space for women to challenge themselves and grow.
The Experience Includes:
🌿 Canoeing
🌿 Bushcraft and knife skills
🌿 Fire safety and outdoor cooking
🌿 Shelter building
🌿 Fishing – and preparing your catch, if you’re lucky!
🌿 Sleeping under the stars
Above all, it’s about women supporting women – sharing stories, challenging yourself , laughter, courage, and connection in the wild.
What Women Say About the Experience
✨ “I am so grateful for a wonderful week connecting with you lovely lot and nature, and also reconnecting with a part of myself that has been neglected. I feel re-energised and inspired. Thank you Rose for your persistence in organising this trip – you are an inspiration!” – Emma
✨ “Like Emma, we are ready for home and to see our families, but also so incredibly thankful for the opportunity and the experience. You are all amazing, you made this week and allowed us to reconnect with ourselves and with the simple things and our incredible world.” – Sarah
✨ “Feeling very fortunate to have had the most amazing experience with the best group of women. Totally loved it. Thank you Rose, Anja and Lou for creating the best environment for such a special trip.”
✨ “I was worried and nervous – you filled me with happiness and face-aching smiles. Thank you all truly!”
✨ “I was really excited for this trip, but in the end it came at a time I probably needed it the most. I’m so grateful to have met you all and learnt about the struggles we all face but more so the triumphs and adventures. You are the most incredibly kind, genuine, inspirational and resilient group of women.”
✨ “I felt completely safe with you three at the helm, I had total trust in you. You are incredibly knowledgeable, energetic and just on the right side of bonkers! Thank you for an incredible week.” – Kirsty
✨ “This week has shown me how resilient I am, how to value and nurture new friendships. As well as friendships, I believe it strengthens our family relationships too – stepping away helps us truly appreciate what we have built together.” – Daisy
✨ “The Wilderness Week was absolutely fantastic. I feel very fortunate to have had this opportunity. The instructors were brilliant – patient, encouraging, and fun. The programme struck a perfect balance: structured enough to keep us progressing, yet flexible enough to allow spontaneity and flow. Everything was well planned and I always felt safe and supported. Rose, Lou and Anja made the perfect team.” – Nicky
📩 If this is something you’re interested in, please send me an email. Group bookings only. Spaces are very limited.