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In 2016, the Peterborough-Kawartha-Haliburton region in Ontario, Canada was recognized by the United Nations as a “Regional Centre of Expertise in Sustainability Education”, one of only 150 communities worldwide to be awarded this prestigious designation.
Locally, leading specialists in the environmental, health and educational fields were becoming alarmed by the increasing draw of technology and how it was impacting daily lives. Children were becoming more disconnected from the natural world than ever before.
They designed a simple framework of age-linked experiences to address a wide range of global issues through a local focus and widespread community support. It encourages educators and families to integrate these basic life-long teachings to build resilient, engaged and empowered young adults.
The movement began to guide youth back to the great outdoors to reduce stress, anxiety, depression and improve social and leadership skills. It enhanced physical and mental wellbeing through connection to the environment and their community.
The results exceeded expectations.
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Enjoying the Gifts of Winter, Naturally.
It is a cold December day. A delicate layer of frost edges the corner of each window and mounds of snow smooth over bushes and trees. Birds are huddled under eaves, fluffing their feathers, reminding you that winter is well and truly here.
Brush with Nature
Nature is full of complex curves, shapes, and lines: the sweep of a pine branch, a cascading waterfall, waves marching along a lake, or a rolling thunder cloud. To our eyes, the natural world may seem chaotic—a bold blend of colours, textures, and patterns. But a more careful look reveals just how intricate and lovely the shapes of nature are.
Touching the Earth – A conversation with Jacob Rodenburg & Drew Monkman
Recently, I had the amazing opportunity to sit down with two incredibly inspirational men who have dedicated much of their lives to engaging kids (and parents!) with nature. Drew Monkman and Jacob Rodenburg have written The Big Book of Nature Activities. A year-round guide to outdoor learning.
Balsam Fir Motor Boat
You may be lucky enough to have balsam firs growing where you live, and if you do, you’ve got access to the tools to craft a resin-powered “motorboat” ready to zoom across any pond!
The Art of Stalking
If you’re like me, a walk through the woods is a loud affair. Stepping on sticks, squelching through mud, shuffling over dried leaves, and smashing through branches—whatever wildlife may have been hiding is long gone.
The Book of Nature Connection is Now Available
Executive Director, Jacob...