In this highly experiential workshop you cultivate deep connections with nature in the same, hands-on way we train our award-winning staff. You learn to lead our favorite activities, games, and stories along the way, as well as tools to to integrate these activities and techniques into your educational or parenting settings. What's Covered? Learn models for creating effective educational experiences based on the cycles of nature Practice games, activities, and songs which draw people young and old into Nature Explore the role of story telling in the educational structures of nature based cultures and draw out your own stories for mentoring youth and inspiring and teaching others! Learning Outcomes Transformation Profile the path of development and transformation of people as they travel toward greater awareness and appreciation of the natural world. Discuss the pitfalls and walls that mentors face in working towards a greater connection between individuals, community, and Nature. Create safe environments for students to grow, experiment, and make mistakes. Connect with Community and Nature Immerse yourself in core routines for increasing your awareness and the awareness of your students. This is vital when mentoring youth. Enjoy a learning community of people dedicated to learning about, teaching about, and honoring the earth.