Jon Young brings us into the ancient practice of nature connection mentoring. He describes how mentoring is a virtually extinct craft, and yet occupies critical importance in building the sensory awareness and neurology of young children. We delve into his rich tales of living among the San bushmen of Southern Africa, the role of wildlife tracking and bird language, insights on building ropes with the universe, and a turkey called Pete.

For over 40 years, Jon young has been a deep nature connection mentor, wildlife tracker, peacemaker, author, workshop leader, and storyteller. A pioneer in the Western field of nature-based education, he co-founded the Wilderness Awareness School in Washington and the 8 Shields Institute in California. Jon has authored the seminal books What the Robin Knows: How Birds Reveal the Secrets of the Natural World (2013), and Coyote's Guide to Connecting to Nature (2007). In 2016, he received the Champion of Environmental Education Award for his life’s work and for fostering the growth of the nature connection movement on a global level.

Episode Website Link

Show Links

• Tom Browne Tracker School
• Fascinating biography of Jon’s life
• Jon’s website
• Coyote’s Guide to connecting with Nature
• What The Robin Knows: Bird Language, Revealing the Secrets of Nature
• Description of 8 Shields
• San bushmen
• Animas Valley Institute
• School of Lost Borders

Music: Electric Ethnicity by Igor Dvorkin, Duncan Pittock, Ellie Kidd

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