NATURE CONNECTION PRACTICES

This course develops core routines, which are habits that help us draw closer to nature. As teachers and outdoor guides, we must nurture our relationship with and as part of the natural world to better help children do the same. This course takes inspiration from Coyote’s Guide to Connecting with Nature by Jon Young, Ellen Haas, and Evan McGown (2010). We share a seasonal journey integrating core routines and nature connection practices in our own lives, complemented by suggestions for sharing core routines with young children. Be prepared for self-directed experiences you will do outdoors between class meetings.

CLASS MEETINGS
Mondays from March 1-April 5, 2022 from 7-9 pm EST.

FLOW OF CLASS SCHEDULE
Each class is a mini-retreat! The format of this interactive course is a combination of facilitated discussion, work in a smaller cohort of teachers, and asynchronous independent learning experiences. 

-Facilitated topics centered on core routines
-Outside experiences/break
-Cohort discussions and small group experiences
-Reflection and closing stories

There is a total of 12 hours of direct learning through six (6) online sessions with the course instructor and within small cohorts. Additional self-directed learning will take place centered on topics we discuss as a group. Upon registration, we will provide you with a complete list of materials needed for the course.