Nature connection mentor and coach, Dan Gardoqui, draws upon 30 years of experience leading nature connection programs for children and adults to give us insights into why and how nature can improve our lives, communities, and the world as a whole. We talk about the issues that we face getting our kids and ourselves a healthy dose of nature connection and ways we can overcome those issues. Dan explains his new venture starting a nature connection coaching and consulting business, tells us a story of one of the most transformational nature-facilitated changes he’s seen in an individual, and expounds on the virtues of strategic questioning. Finally, Dan provides his insight and wisdom about the ways that nature connection can contribute to community wellness and social justice. 

Connect with Dan through “Lead With Nature”:

“Lead With Nature” Website – www.leadwithnature.com

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Book Recommendations:

The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative

Our Wild Calling: How Connecting with Animals can Transform Our Lives—and Save Theirs

Resources:

White Pine Programs (nature connection programs in Maine)

Kamana Naturalist Training Program (self-led independent home study)

The Children and Nature Network (Organization started by Richard Louv)