Wishstone DÚSHLAN Challenge Irish bog yew 4800 years old Human Forms This cloud carved in bog

This cloud carved in bog oak

The Bittern is a rare and secretive bird

resonant of deep reflection and contemplation

all our birds turn their minds to finding a mate and breeding

In ancient times the yew tree was connected with wisdom and rebirth

Wishstone DÚSHLAN Challenge Irish bog yew 4800 years old Human Forms This cloud carved in bogThe wishstone story comes from an ancient tradition of tossing a stone three times while crossing a stone wall and making a wish. Five magical trees were believed to protect Ireland; three ash, an oak and a yew. In ancient times the yew tree was connected with wisdom and rebirth. The ancient oak was associated with strength and endurance. This ancient wood has been lovingly and carefully carved to release the natural form and etched with a message for