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Join a vibrant network that is coordinating goals, data and strategies to connect organizations, allowing for collaborations that amplifies all efforts.
I see the Network as a platform for growth in humanity, and as an opportunity for reconciliation with the original people of this land, for the teachings that have been given.
David Vanderhoop
Co-Founder of Sassafras Earth Education
Being part of the network is unifying and nourishing, and can only help us strengthen our relationships and work——at a time the world needs us most.
Angella Gibbons
Founder & Director of EarthWalk Vermont
I am seeing the power of the network improve our schools and amplify our work. I count on the collective wisdom of all of the member schools in this network to help me solve simple and complex problems at Wild Earth. It feels like we are really working together as one!
David Brownstein
Executive Director of Wild Earth
Latest News
BIPOC-Led Organizations Are Eligible for a 100%-Free Reparations Award on Membership
Recognizing that many of the systems within which nature connection work is nested are built on the stolen land and/or stolen labor of Black,
Introduction to Slack with NCN
As you may have heard, the Nature Connection Network is trying out Slack as a tool to facilitate more collaboration and connection amongst our
Recent Webinars
Practices for Re-Finding Center: Creative & Compassionate Responses to Your & Others’ Big Emotions
Over and over, many of us are commenting on the turmoil and challenges of our times. Many of us are experiencing overwhelm in the midst of inter-personal conflict and wider community conflict. This includes talking about and identifying “trauma” behaviors and so much else. By definition, trauma is what happens when we get overwhelmed by […]
BIPOC Elders on Leveling Up Our Nature Connection Organizations
On Tuesday, Oct 13, the Nature Connection Network hosted a call with some of our BIPOC leaders — Iya Tahira, Sangoma, Kapiolani Laronal, and David Vanderhoop — on what it means for us to be Leveling Up Our Nature Connection Organizations. Below is the invitation from prior to the webinar: 1) Taking action to include […]
Mentoring All Through a Trauma-Informed Lens with Carly Humke
Today, trauma is more widespread than ever. COVID, climate change, and persistent inequities are impacting individuals, families, and entire communities. As we provide nature connection during these challenging times, trauma-informed mentoring can help us to deliver a greater, more positive impact. In September of 2020, Carly Humke, an elementary school counselor, educator, and veteran nature […]