I think deep down everyone wants to have a positive impact on the world. A simple way to create that impact is by being the best possible mentor and elder for upcoming generations. Let's support the kids of this world by training ourselves to be wise elders! Today's video is packed with great insights to sharpen your mentoring skills and help local communities build deeper relationships with … [Read more...] about How Nature Conscious Elders Bring Wisdom To Young Children
Mentoring Articles
I've been writing free articles on various nature and mentoring topics for a few years now. Here you'll find the main pages that deal with mentoring techniques. Enjoy!
7 Tips For Connecting Children With Nature
Are we doing enough for the kids? It's a question driving the ceaseless thoughts and fears of countless parents & educators. I certainly don't claim to have all the answers, but I am very confident that connecting children with nature is one big piece of the puzzle. Nature is something that's often missing in the home life and school life of developing bodies and minds. Yet research in … [Read more...] about 7 Tips For Connecting Children With Nature
Beginner’s Guide: The Art of Mentoring With Nature
I attended my first Art of Mentoring course in 2009 at Wilderness Awareness School in Duvall Washington. Here are some of the questions we were exploring through fun activities and adventures on the landscape: What does it mean to be mentored in the ways of nature? How do people change when they develop deeper awareness of the environment? How can you be a better mentor for positive … [Read more...] about Beginner’s Guide: The Art of Mentoring With Nature
How To Plan A Day of Nature Activities
ReWilding Conversations Episode 10: https://youtu.be/eNnWRNgLgbk Download Episode mp3 In this episode we'll talk about what happens behind the scenes of a successful nature school, whether for young kids, teens or adults. One of my goals with starting nature-mentor.com is to foster a worldwide commitment to backyard mentoring and nature connection. Imagine if every neighbourhood had … [Read more...] about How To Plan A Day of Nature Activities
What Is Mentoring?
Mentoring is a direct way of sharing knowledge & skills via a relationship that occurs over a period of time. The process relies on a two way exchange where the "teacher" is not simply brain dumping on the learner. Engagement is the key to effective learning. A skilled mentor artfully guides, coaches & challenges their student to constantly push the edge of their knowledge & … [Read more...] about What Is Mentoring?
Urban Nature School Planning
Nature Wisdom Podcast: Episode 08 Download Episode mp3 Urban Nature School Planning... Which do you think is more important? Having an amazing outdoor location to practice your skills… Or having an amazing attitude and passion for the journey of natural discovery? In my experience, it doesn’t matter if you have 10,000 acres of pristine wilderness or 0.1 acres… If you don’t have … [Read more...] about Urban Nature School Planning
Getting Into Action: Mentor Motivation
https://youtu.be/S2ebiE8RpOY Download Episode mp3 Mentor Motivation! We’re talking today about how to inspire and motivate others to get outside and connect with nature. If you’re a teacher/mentor/parent who uses nature as a tool for awakening creativity, critical thinking, empathy, social skills, etc… then it’s very important to find ways of motivating and inspiring your students into … [Read more...] about Getting Into Action: Mentor Motivation
How Mentoring Can Help You Move Forward On Your Journey Through Life
Imagine having your own personal guide who really cares about your success and journey through life... Now, when I say success, please know that I'm not talking about something specific. I'm just talking about whatever success means to you. Have you ever stopped to think about it? What kinds of skills & abilities have you always wanted to develop? What is your ideal vision for the … [Read more...] about How Mentoring Can Help You Move Forward On Your Journey Through Life
Hi, I’m Brian Mertins – Wildlife Tracker, Nature Mentor & Your Guide to a Deeper Connection with the Natural World.
For nearly two decades, I've devoted my life to the art and science of wildlife tracking and nature awareness. As a certified Level 3 Track & Sign Cybertracker and graduate of Wilderness Awareness School's immersion and apprenticeship program, my mission is to help reactivate your original wild genius, enabling you to experience the joy & connection of solving nature’s mysteries. It … [Read more...] about Hi, I’m Brian Mertins – Wildlife Tracker, Nature Mentor & Your Guide to a Deeper Connection with the Natural World.
How To Make A Difference In The World
One of the greatest motivations in this world is the desire to make a difference. Many great minds throughout history have talked about how the deepest fulfillment in life comes from helping others & making the world a better place. The idea that you can do something that will have a real impact on the lives of people is a very inspiring thought, but sometimes it can seem like we’re fighting … [Read more...] about How To Make A Difference In The World