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In this inspiring episode of The Bird Joy Podcast, Jason and Dexter sit down with Shane Alden Edwards, better known online as The Wild Dryad. A self-taught illustrator and botanist, Shane has captured the hearts of over half a million nature lovers through his vibrant educational content centered on plants, ecology, and outdoor learning.
From early creative roots in aquaponics and drawing, to leading community workshops in partnership with The Conservation Foundation and The Field Museum of Natural History, Shane shares how art and education can work together to nurture a deeper relationship with the natural world.
We talk about the joy of native plants, the importance of experiential learning, and how community and creativity can foster healing for both people and the planet.
Topics Covered:
bipocbirdingclub.org
incolorbirding.org
By Dexter Patterson and Jason Hall4.9
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In this inspiring episode of The Bird Joy Podcast, Jason and Dexter sit down with Shane Alden Edwards, better known online as The Wild Dryad. A self-taught illustrator and botanist, Shane has captured the hearts of over half a million nature lovers through his vibrant educational content centered on plants, ecology, and outdoor learning.
From early creative roots in aquaponics and drawing, to leading community workshops in partnership with The Conservation Foundation and The Field Museum of Natural History, Shane shares how art and education can work together to nurture a deeper relationship with the natural world.
We talk about the joy of native plants, the importance of experiential learning, and how community and creativity can foster healing for both people and the planet.
Topics Covered:
bipocbirdingclub.org
incolorbirding.org

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