https://youtu.be/sVc1rUKFgk0 Here's a common complaint I hear from people, Hey Brian, I really want to learn about nature but I live in a city. How can I still get good at tracking & awareness?" Well, the truth is, it's not that hard! This video explains some of the often overlooked reasons why learning about nature in the city is actually one of the best ways to improve your … [Read more...] about How To Learn About Nature In The City
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Build Your Nature Skills In 5 Easy Steps
What's The One Thing You Need To Get Solidly Planted On The Path of Nature Skills Mastery? It's really very simple... I made this video to give you a truly amazing "exercise routine" for naturalists, trackers, nature-based students and mentors who want to transform their outdoor awareness skills. No matter where you live socially & geographically Even if you sometimes struggle … [Read more...] about Build Your Nature Skills In 5 Easy Steps
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 Learn About Local Deer With Tracking
On this page I’m going to share how I practice deer tracking with a herd that lives near my house. With a bit of practice and observation you'll be able to apply these same strategies to learn about the deer in your own area. I’ll talk about the benefits of choosing a single place to study deer rather than going to a bunch of different spots I’ll talk about how I scout for sign I’ll talk … [Read more...] about How To Learn About Local Deer With Tracking
6 Excellent Nature Awareness Questions To Ask Outside
Six years ago, I travelled over 4000 kilometres to study advanced nature awareness strategies with some of the best naturalists in the modern world. I was lucky to have amazing mentors in my life who helped me reach my goals, but I also know that many people didn’t have this benefit. So in a world where genuine mentors of tracking & awareness are sparsely available, how can you start to … [Read more...] about 6 Excellent Nature Awareness Questions To Ask Outside
Upgrade Your Wilderness Skills In 3 Easy Steps
Here’s something to think about… What do you think causes people to reach their highest level with tracking or survival or any outdoor skill? I’ve been studying ancient wilderness skills since I was 19 years old and there’s one thing I’ve noticed about naturalists who really master their art. The best at survival don’t just study survival… The best trackers don’t just study tracks… … [Read more...] about Upgrade Your Wilderness Skills In 3 Easy Steps
Solving Nature Connection Challenges
Nature Wisdom Podcast: Episode 07 Download Episode mp3 When I first got interested in developing my nature awareness skills… there were times when found the whole process a bit overwhelming. It was about 12 years ago when I became totally obsessed with the idea of being able to follow bird alarms and locate wild animals like cats, owls and hawks. I wanted to know everything about … [Read more...] about Solving Nature Connection Challenges
How To Have Deeper Experiences With Plants, Trees, Birds And Other Wildlife
https://youtu.be/zDhLDzBJBdw Download The Audio & Nature Activity Checklist This recording of a live teleseminar shares how to have deeper experiences with plants, trees, birds and anything else that you might encounter out in nature. Here are four main topics we’ll cover: How finding a tribe of nature friends will accelerate your skills in wilderness survival, tracking, herbalism … [Read more...] about How To Have Deeper Experiences With Plants, Trees, Birds And Other Wildlife
How To Get Started In Nature Studies
https://youtu.be/XbJ6pbQvjs8 Awareness Tips For Beginner Naturalists & Trackers Do you ever wish you had skills to know the land like an ancient tracker? The big question is how to get started... We live in a world where the ability to feel confident and connected in the wilderness is becoming a lot less common. So here's how you can do it. If you're serious about wanting to … [Read more...] about How To Get Started In Nature Studies
The Easy 5 Minute Naturalist Activity That Builds Your Knowledge Of Nature
Learn The Very First Nature Awareness Exercise I Ever Practiced (And Still Do Every Single Day!) The Most Important Thing I Never Learned In Elementary Science Class... Did you know that 5 easy minutes is all you need to make amazing discoveries about the natural world? Imagine if you could build deep knowledge of how nature works right in your own backyard just by doing one simple … [Read more...] about The Easy 5 Minute Naturalist Activity That Builds Your Knowledge Of Nature