what are you dreaming of?
step into the sacred grove where animacy, astrology, and imagination converge. here, in this liminal space between earth and sky, ancient wisdom meets creative expression.
offerings
birth chart readings
it's impossible to become lucid in our dreaming when we imagine the setting is already fixed. expand your vision to the mutable web of relationality at play in your life through a 60-minute sliding-scale session with the stars.
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Re-Rooting: a Landmark Map to the Wild Soul
an illustrated ebook that reads like The Artist's Way for the rewilder. complete with twelve weeks of short essays, guided meditations and a list of accessible activities to deepen your relationship with the animate earth. great as a personal, immersive curriculum or as a dynamic group experience.
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the ecology of the zodiac
an essay series exploring the ecological functions of the star signs. what are the essential natures of these celestial archetypes? where do we see their qualities in the natural world? what necessary roles do they play in our wider ecologies? you can sign up to receive new monthly installments of the series to your inbox for free; access to archived essays is available for only $7 a month.
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Courtney Chandrea is a writer, animist, and consulting Hellenistic astrologer exploring perception and imagination within the living cosmos. read more about Courtney here.
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connect with the wisdom of the stars and planets to illuminate your path
birth chart readings
it's impossible to become lucid in our dreaming when we imagine the setting is already fixed. expand your vision to the mutable web of relationality at play in your life through a 60-minute sliding-scale session with the stars.
book a readingwilderness reflections
thoughts, musings, and wisdom from the borderlands between earth and sky
about
exploring perception and imagination within the living cosmos
Courtney Chandrea
Courtney Chandrea is a multidisciplinary creator who identifies as a "multi-modalist — writer, astrologer, rewilder, fiber artist, mom." her work explores the intersection of spirituality and ecology, focusing on what she calls "mythic revision as play and as accountability practice."
her professional background includes formal training in Hellenistic astrology through the Nightlight school, where she earned certificates in year 1 and 2 programs covering "astrological foundations and timing techniques." she is continuing toward certification in astrological counseling and horary astrology, and offers astrology readings through her publication.
notable projects
ReRooting: A Landmark Map to the Wild Soul - an illustrated ebook created with support from a 2019 BeWildReWild Community Art Gathering Grant from the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation, illustrated by Erica Wilson.
fiber art & design - she creates knitting patterns available on Ravelry, viewing intentional making as a practice that deepens connection with human and non-human communities.
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astrology readings available through her Substack | fiber patterns on Ravelry
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whether you're seeking celestial guidance or wanting to explore the wilderness, i'd love to connect with you.
Direct Email: hello@dreamthewilderness.com
Sessions: Available by appointment
Workshops: Seasonal offerings announced via newsletter