Have you ever been lost in the wilderness? If you've had that experience, then you already know how scary & intense it can be. One of the greatest dangers is the urge to panic and move faster, which only gets you more lost (we're going to fix that today). Most cases of people getting lost are minor. You get turned around while wandering in a new part of the forest. But occasionally even … [Read more...] about Natural Navigation Techniques: How To Not Get Lost In The Woods
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The Art of Watching Plants
How To Grow Your Plant Knowledge The Old Fashioned Way Would you like to know the secret to having deep knowledge of plants? It's a rare thing these days to find people who are wise in the ways of plants. Lots of people have the passion, but most have become 'lazy' about how they choose to learn about plants. Back in the old days, humans didn't even have books or fancy apps to make the … [Read more...] about The Art of Watching Plants
How To See Animals: Easy Wildlife Viewing Techniques
Do animals run away from you in fear? That's certainly how I felt when I first started learning about my local wildlife. I wanted to feel accepted by the animals of my local forests, but my attitude towards nature and level of awareness were holding me back. Luckily, I've learned some tricks over the years that make a big difference. It's pretty simple stuff... But it could mean the … [Read more...] about How To See Animals: Easy Wildlife Viewing Techniques
Get Back To Nature With Bird Language
Do you want to get back to nature? Bird language is the key! I routinely use the alarms of backyard songbirds to locate cats, owls, hawks, coyotes, foxes, deer, bobcats, cougars, etc. And you can do it too! But bird language isn't just about tracking animals... It's also a fun and powerful way to slow down and expand your awareness in the natural world. Listening for bird alarms will help … [Read more...] about Get Back To Nature With Bird Language
Tree Bark Identification: How To Identify Trees Without Leaves
https://youtu.be/Ho3WdsAi3ZQ Join me on a wintertime walk in the woods. We'll check out some trees and talk about how to identify trees without looking at the leaves. Six Things To Look For: Overall Color Presence of Moss Is the Bark Smooth or Rough? Color Splotches Sapling Bark Vs. Mature Tree Bark Lines & Ridges I'd love to hear what helps you identify tree bark? … [Read more...] about Tree Bark Identification: How To Identify Trees Without Leaves
30 Day Wild Food Challenge
Do you get enough wild food in your diet? Hunting for edible plants is a great way to connect with nature while getting free organic healthy food. I made this video to explain that eating wild food isn't just good for you... It's also good for the environment! So there's just one question you have to ask yourself... Will you take the 30 day wild edible plant challenge? The Best Way To Get … [Read more...] about 30 Day Wild Food Challenge
How To Learn About Nature In The City
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
The 9 Stages of Your Bird Language Journey
Explore Nature Deeply... Awaken Your Senses... Discover The Joy Of Wilderness... It's So Amazing What Can Happen With Just 30 Minutes Of Bird Language! Let me ask you a question... What do you think would happen if you invested just 30 minutes per day to get outside and explore the language of birds? How could this one simple nature study routine transform your ability to read the … [Read more...] about The 9 Stages of Your Bird Language Journey
How to Make a Crow Call
(and advanced applications of crow vocal reproduction) American crow vocalizations can be some of the easiest of all bird sounds to produce, but I’ve recently discovered that there are actually people out there who don’t know how to make a crow call. So I’ve created this page to clear up this tragic issue and inspire people with all the knowledge you might need to caw like a crow anytime you so … [Read more...] about How to Make a Crow Call
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