The Water Within You
Innovation and New Ideologies by Huldustígur
Awareness of Water
Water Within You - The Art Workshop encourages participants to activate their intuition for the benefit of nature and ourselves as part of it. Water Consciousness supports us in feeling more deeply that our pure water is a vulnerable resource and by no means guaranteed — it is crucial that we treat it responsibly, not least for future generations. Pure Icelandic water connects participants with the indigenous spirit within themselves, a spirit that carries unique knowledge intimately linked to nature and its riches. We can all step into the shoes of indigenous peoples for a day — and into the future. Nature still trusts us — for now. Indigenous peoples are those who possess a distinct culture that is closely connected to nature and its resources. They are socially, culturally, and/or linguistically different from the majority of the world’s population.
We are very much still there ourselves.
This project offers equal opportunity to everyone, across cultures and languages, to interpret their environment — creating a unique and invaluable identity for the region, and creates the way for pioneering work in storytelling about land and people.
We are very much still there ourselves.
This project offers equal opportunity to everyone, across cultures and languages, to interpret their environment — creating a unique and invaluable identity for the region, and creates the way for pioneering work in storytelling about land and people.
Reviews :
Carmina, a journalist for National Geographic from Spain. Workshop in Reykjavík 2025
I had a brand new experience connecting with water ! This experience was different, having the chance to "hold" the water in my hands and feeling embraced by it first received a straight feeling from the water (feeling dizzy within a spiral movement when holding the first bottle; feeling rooted and flourished when holding the second one). However, I could identify myself feeling nervous and wondering if I was approaching the experience the right way: it was my mind trying to trick the connection I was already having with the water. It was beautiful to notice that intuition was already right at first reaction because intuition is already inside of us. I feel more humble, thankful and open hearted after this experience with the water and I was moved by the fact that water is claiming its identity. I'm still reflecting on this profound concept and right that water has.
Þórunn Björnsdóttir Bacon. Workshop in London, 2024.
Working with water opened up a new dimension in my connection with nature. Realizing that something as everyday as water carries memories, emotions, and nature spirits deepened my understanding and intuition that every single part of nature matters. I came from the workshop with a deeper intuition and sensitivity to nature and the nature spirits that dwell within it.
I had a brand new experience connecting with water ! This experience was different, having the chance to "hold" the water in my hands and feeling embraced by it first received a straight feeling from the water (feeling dizzy within a spiral movement when holding the first bottle; feeling rooted and flourished when holding the second one). However, I could identify myself feeling nervous and wondering if I was approaching the experience the right way: it was my mind trying to trick the connection I was already having with the water. It was beautiful to notice that intuition was already right at first reaction because intuition is already inside of us. I feel more humble, thankful and open hearted after this experience with the water and I was moved by the fact that water is claiming its identity. I'm still reflecting on this profound concept and right that water has.
Þórunn Björnsdóttir Bacon. Workshop in London, 2024.
Working with water opened up a new dimension in my connection with nature. Realizing that something as everyday as water carries memories, emotions, and nature spirits deepened my understanding and intuition that every single part of nature matters. I came from the workshop with a deeper intuition and sensitivity to nature and the nature spirits that dwell within it.
Mirjam Blekkenhorst from Ytra Lón. Workshop in Borgarnes, 2025.
When I saw Bryndís Fjóla advertising her course The Awareness of Water and Reading into the Realms of Elves and Hidden Beings, I was very excited to have the opportunity to learn more from her.
The course exceeded all expectations — feeling how I connected with the water she presented to us, and witnessing how my intuition, and also of the others in the course, could read into the water was a magnificent experience.
Today, I carry even greater respect for the water around me and in general. It is a giver of life, and it is our responsibility to protect and ensure it is treated with care. Out of respect and gratitude.
When I saw Bryndís Fjóla advertising her course The Awareness of Water and Reading into the Realms of Elves and Hidden Beings, I was very excited to have the opportunity to learn more from her.
The course exceeded all expectations — feeling how I connected with the water she presented to us, and witnessing how my intuition, and also of the others in the course, could read into the water was a magnificent experience.
Today, I carry even greater respect for the water around me and in general. It is a giver of life, and it is our responsibility to protect and ensure it is treated with care. Out of respect and gratitude.
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Would you like to know The Hidden nation of Iceland, the huldufolk & Elves in Akureyri’s Botanical Garden
Guided Walks Tours in English, Departure from Jónshús
The horticulturist and Völva - Nordic Seer Bryndis Fjóla offers a one hour long guided walk on the Hidden Trail. The Hidden Trail stroll is a lovely walk around the Botanical Garden of Akureyri. The walk takes you slowly through the garden and Bryndis Fjóla will talk about the hidden people and elves that dwell there. She will tell you about their story and what they might want to share with you, if you are interested. During the walk you might feel the influential powers in the Icelandic nature that are involved when we are truly fascinated and experiencing true nature and the joyful moments that allow us to create tales and the love and courage which the supernatural powers of earths nature stir within us. Bryndís Fjóla will gladly answer all questions that may arise about elves and hidden people in Iceland during and after the walk. Time and price Departure: Contact direct Bryndís Fjóla by email [email protected] or [email protected] and negotiate time and price, if you have special wishes. Location Botanical garden / Lystigarðurinn á Akureyri at Jónshús. Information: +3548970670 Price: EUR 45 per person. No more than 15 people in a mixed group. Private tours: Minimum of 10 persons/minimum price EUR 450 per tour Children 12 and younger can enjoy free admission, accompanied by adults Please send me requests for tailored guided tours. |
Book your guided walk on the Hidden Trail here
The Hidden Trail
The map is a token of my appreciation and gratitude for them
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The Akureyri Botanical Garden is a wonderful specimen of Iceland’s nature at its best. The Hidden Trail in the Botanical Garden shows that our nature is full of life in various forms. Icelanders, as other indigenous people in the world, still talk of and believe in nature’s elements such as elves, hidden people and trolls.
Although only a few among us have seen the elves and hidden people with our own eyes, most of us know someone who has seen or felt their presence. Most often the tales of elves express their helpfulness towards us and many are believed to have saved human lives both on land and at sea. The dwellings of the hidden people and elves exist almost everywhere in Iceland. The purpose of the Hidden Trail in the Botanical Garden of Akureyri is to enable and simplify our encounters with the hidden people and elves and to remind us that they, just like us, ask that their homes and dwellings are respected and that we walk among them with that respect in mind. It is my wish that by issuing the map of the Hidden Trail it will serve to deepen understanding of “Mother Earth” for those of you who walk the path, and that you will experience the happiness and satisfaction that our nature brings us and that gives us fulfillment of life and the power and resources to do good deeds. So much relies on us feeling and understanding that all natural beings are whole and as one. |
Bryndis Fjóla Pétursdóttir, Völva - Nordic Seer and horticulturist.
She is the founder and owner of Huldustígur ehf. Bryndís Fjóla directs all her projects from Akureyri, with focus on education and general knowledge about the intangible cultural heritage related to huldufolk, elves, trolls, mermaids and dragons. She gives talks, presentations and leads collaborative and international projects and workshops for schools, non-profit organizations around the country and abroad. |
MEDITATION
Find a quiet spot where the sounds of nature inspire music and hope.
Sit and look inside yourself, listen to the music of the spheres and the sound of the earth, feel the pulse of life and the land. You, I, all of us are one.
Feel the chord of creation resonate through your whole being and that the Creator is ever-present.
Sit and look inside yourself, listen to the music of the spheres and the sound of the earth, feel the pulse of life and the land. You, I, all of us are one.
Feel the chord of creation resonate through your whole being and that the Creator is ever-present.
Erla Stefánsdóttir
hulidsheimar.is
My map of The Hidden Trail, can be found as an information sign, located at Jónshús by the south entrance, in the Botanical garden.
There you can see for yourself, where The Hidden Trail is in the garden.
There you can see for yourself, where The Hidden Trail is in the garden.
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Art work by Rakel Hinriks
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Products
Shipping costs are included in the price
The Hidden Trail map Viskustykki / Tea Towel
The Hidden Trail map of the Botanical Garden is printed on 100% Organic linen and packaged in a lovely custom organic linen bag. It is designed to be all at once : Guide Map , Tea Towel and a Small Tablecloth is 55 x 40 cm. The Timber which makes the map unique, is Hand Crafted from Icelandic Growing Populus Trichocarpa
It will be sold as a souvenir in the garden, at the cafe LYST. The map is useful for those who wish to walk slowly in their own time around the garden and explore the habitats of the hidden people and elves. The Hidden Trail map is a souvenir that will make the visit an adventurous and memorable experience while at the same time acquiring a beautiful Icelandic design in the form of a tablecloth or a Tea Towel that serves as a reminder of a unique experience and the bountiful gifts of Mother Earth. The hidden people and elves have always wanted to live in harmony among us, sharing the Earth’s precious ecosystem. Through centuries, generations, we Icelanders have passed down stories of how we are linked together in nature. The hidden people have saved the lives of those lost at sea or caught in a snowstorm, they have shown us how to find hot or cold clean water, and where to place our farm’s. They have taught us about our valuable natural resources, and now they wish to teach us more about the balance of nature. This map is a token of my appreciation and gratitude for them. Price with a bag 13.500 ISK
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There are two different choices of drawings.
There is the beautiful hidden lady Pia that adorns this product. Or the drawing of the Hidden trail, with all three of the hidden people,Pia, Lovísa and Heimir and the elves. The drawings appearance is printed on 100 % Organic linen 42 x67 cm. The hidden lady named Pia resides by the Hidden Trail in the Botanical Garden. From her flows a healing energy that embraces us. She invites you to connect to her life force and become one with Earth‘s magical powers. The hidden people and elves have always wanted to live in harmony among us, sharing the Earth’s precious ecosystem. Through centuries, generations, we Icelanders have passed down stories of how we are linked together in nature. The hidden people have saved the lives of those lost at sea or caught in a snowstorm, they have shown us how to find hot or cold clean water, and where to place our farm’s. They have taught us about our valuable natural resources, and now they wish to teach us more about the balance of nature. This tea Towel is a token of my appreciation and gratitude for them. Price: 4.990 ISK |
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Contact us for more information, requests for tailored guided tours for smaller or larger groups or at other times by filling in the form, sending an email or calling.
Email: [email protected] Phone: +354 897 0670 |
Location
The Akureyri Botanical Garden
Eyrarlandsstofa
600 Akureyri
Iceland
Eyrarlandsstofa
600 Akureyri
Iceland
The Hidden Trail
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The Akureyri Botanical Garden
Eyrarlandsstofa 600 Akureyri Iceland |