Why Nature's Wonder |
Nature's Wonder was inspired by the quote "wander often, wonder always." Nature inspires me to wonder about all sorts of connections in life, so these camps, events & activities are a way that I can take you outside to connect as well. Whether it is for an hour, a day or a week, and whether we are exploring a school garden, a City Park, or a National Park I hope that many of you will walk away from your experience with joy, inspiration and respect and wonder for nature.
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My Philosophy |
Much of my work is based on the book "Coyote's Guide to Connecting with Nature." This curriculum uses core routines to tap into child-like passions, with the goal of becoming more aware of and connecting with natural cycles of living and learning about nature. The following are core routines that I tie into my camps throughout the year:
I love to focus on observation and using all of our senses, and coming up with questions to create awe and wonder. Working with all of our senses and honing our skills of observation are crucial to connecting with nature. Everything we take in with our senses, combined with what we focus our mental attention on, results in brain patterns, which in turn determine our perceptions, or beliefs about the world. Our beliefs, in turn, determine our actions and behaviors. My hope is that these kinds of interactions with nature will help develop your love and appreciation for even the smallest details of nature, which will then lead to healthier living, as well as conservation and advocacy for the environment in your own communities and the world. |
Check out my new website all about the healing powers of enjoying Niksen in nature!
Niksen is the Dutch art of doing nothing, or more specifically doing something without a purpose, and nature is the perfect place to do this! Learn how unstructured time in nature, and allowing yourself this time, can rejuvenate you and ultimately make you more productive and creative, and able to bring more joy and purpose to your life.