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lone wolf - noun a person who prefers to work, act, or live alone Is this wolf alone? Ask yourself "What's outside the frame?" Note: I wrote this original version of this post in December of 2019. I've been reviewing old blog posts this month as part of a reflective practice. I thought it would be interesting to update this post and re-share it with you all. Hope you enjoy it - and - as usual - feel free to comment. A few years back, I chose to hand over the reigns and step away from a successful nonprofit organization…

Check out these short, informative videos introducing you to common birds of North America with bird language expert and bird mimic Dan Gardoqui of Lead with Nature. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qfqRxyEvTY&list=PLD27W7wMJ2tfII2P_yMH5PhVSJ3wLcckc

Enjoy this Introduction to how to do bird sits as a powerful mindfulness practice and discover what the birds are saying. This is part 2 of a 3-part series with Dan Gardoqui, bird language expert and Science Editor of "What the Robin Knows: How Birds Reveal Nature's Secrets." Click on the link below to see the video replay of this great webinar now! https://www.facebook.com/audubonca/videos/324591125170322/

Enjoy this Introduction to how to do bird sits as a powerful mindfulness practice and discover what the birds are saying. This is part one of a 3-part series with Dan Gardoqui, bird language expert and Science Editor of "What the Robin Knows: How Birds Reveal Nature's Secrets." https://youtu.be/EyfkfN3KGPw

What a pleasure to spend an hour with Casey McFarland. I think you'll find this episode very engaging and fascinating.   Wildlife tracking is a blend of ancient arts and modern science. The experienced trackers get this way by spending countless hours in the wilds, following animals and being foiled again and again by the animals they track and trail. They also get better through the wisdom and mentoring of fellow trackers. Casey McFarland is a great example of an expert tracker who walks his talk as an excellent educator and top-notch tracker. Casey McFarland trains biologists, research teams, eco-tourism guides,…

Late last March, I promised some respected colleagues that I’d begin a podcast within the year. Goal achieved. Where this podcast will lead, I don’t know. What I do know is that I’m fortunate to have a lot of interesting friends and colleagues in life – many of whom I think have wonderful stories and perspectives that are positive, healthy, kind and humorous. I think we could all use some of that. Episode #2 is all me. I acknowledge the current Covid-19 pandemic we're enduring. I tell a longish story called "Refuge in a Thunderstorm." It's full of lessons and…

Late last March, I promised some respected colleagues that I'd begin a podcast within the year. Goal achieved. Where this podcast will lead, I don't know. What I do know is that I'm fortunate to have a lot of interesting friends and colleagues in life - many of whom I think have wonderful stories and perspectives that are positive, healthy, kind and humorous. I think we could all use some of that. Episode #1 is entitled "Two Dans, One Love" features a special person- Dan Fontaine. He's a father, husband, leader, birder, conservationist and kind soul. I hope you enjoy…

Veterans Are Living Warriors Who Deserve Our Best Updated 11.11.2021 - I'm no expert on Veteran issues, but as a beneficiary of their service and sacrifice, it's important to bring attention to the fact that many Veterans can use more support and help adjusting to life after service. Time in nature is proving to be a valuable part of the healing journey. Below are a few groups doing vital work to heal Veterans using the powers of nature. Some Troubling Facts... The United States has over 18 million living Veterans who've served during at least one war- that's over 7%…

Sometimes, it's the simplest of things that are the hardest to do. As humans being, we can be complicated sometimes. For example, many of us know that spending time in nature (i.e. "GreenTime") is one of the healthiest, smartest thing humans can do, yet, more and more of us are doing it less and less. And it ain't just kids...it's teens...and it's adults as well. Quick Recap - Here's some of the benefits that time in nature brings us: A 15-minute walk in nature makes most of us feel happier (study)We absorb Vitamin D best from the source - the…