Nature Mentoring

Nature Connection

Why I’m So Obsessed With Nature

Did you know that nature improves human functioning on mental, physical & emotional levels? I've been a conscious student of nature since 2007, and for me it's a health choice. The "old" skills aren't just for fun. It's about creating a world where we can be healthy, happy & abundantly provided for by the symbiotic balance with nature. Take the next step and get the benefits of … [Read more...] about Why I’m So Obsessed With Nature

The Benefits of Connecting Kids With Nature

Download Episode mp3 Welcome to the brand new Nature Mentoring Podcast! I recently got involved in an exciting series of conversations with Dave Bauer, author of the book, What's Under That Rock, Papa? ​Our conversations have been so stimulating and insightful that we thought it would be really cool to start sharing with the larger community of parents, grandparents, educators and … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Connecting Kids With Nature

Too Busy For Nature?

https://youtu.be/JCsi3_EFP6E Do you have a busy life? If you're like most people then the answer is yes. But don't let that stop you from getting your daily dose of nature! I want to tell you about how I've been able to maintain my connection to nature even in moments when life is busy and lacking free time. There's really just one requirement that you need to achieve in order to … [Read more...] about Too Busy For Nature?

4 Critical Deep Nature Connection Strategies

9 years ago I set off on a journey to reconnect with nature. At the time I had very little experience and I didn’t know the right steps to take in order to change my life. I just knew that if I wanted to feel good about my place on the planet, that something had to shift with my relationship to the earth. I wanted to leave the world better than I found it and give the future generations … [Read more...] about 4 Critical Deep Nature Connection Strategies

How To Cure Nature Deficit Disorder

I Was Shocked When I Realized That I Had Several Symptoms Of Nature Deficit Disorder... I'm just like any other person. I want the same things in life that everybody wants like happiness, success, good relationships, etc. So imagine my amazement when I realized that there was an entire aspect of human psychology that I had been completely ignoring for the first years of my life. The … [Read more...] about How To Cure Nature Deficit Disorder

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.

13 Secret Side-Effects of Deep Nature Connection

Have you ever thought about why so many people are drawn to nature? Consider these quotes by the great naturalist John Muir, The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness." In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and … [Read more...] about 13 Secret Side-Effects of Deep Nature Connection

The Art of Storytelling To Inspire Deep Nature Connection

ReWilding Conversations Podcast: Episode 03 https://youtu.be/XTon7XaFTuU Download Episode mp3 The Art of Storytelling Gets People Engaged With Nature... Often when you hear the word "storytelling" you might get an image of people sitting in a circle with a really formal "story-time" being shared. But there are other types of stories where it's a bit more casual and below the … [Read more...] about The Art of Storytelling To Inspire Deep Nature Connection

You’ll Be Amazed By What’s Happening In The Brain of A Naturalist…

Are You Ready For A Brain Lesson From The World of Nature? Did you know that one simple activity done by humans for thousands of years could improve your mental and physical health while making you smarter? It’s true! And this top-secret activity is called Spending Time In Nature (Okay, it’s not exactly top-secret… but it is pretty awesome). In case you haven’t noticed… something has … [Read more...] about You’ll Be Amazed By What’s Happening In The Brain of A Naturalist…