53. The Natural Advantage with Ricardo Sierra

Take a closer look at what Ricardo Sierra calls, "The Natural Advantage." This episode is a conversation that includes: Ricardo's journey to becoming a Forest EducatorStories about wilderness & what children need to thrive in this world. Ideas of how to protect the natural worldDiscussions of building a coalition for the nature-based education movementReflections on how Ricardo's Ted Talk is an example of another tool for getting the word out about this important work. .....and so much more!!! MEET RICARDO: Ricardo's journey into nature education began in 1985 as a summer camp counselor, augmenting his own wilderness skills training that continues today. Over the last 35 years, he has led, taught, directed, and facilitated programs in summer camps, day-long workshops, intensive training, after-school programs, and festivals, to name a few.He's been an advocate for getting our youth connected to nature and he has also trained staff every year for his own programs and camps as well.   He brings a wealth of knowledge hard won from decades of experience, and he enjoys helping others to get the benefits and build their own uniquely inspired programs. He enjoys building positive mentoring relationships with anyone who is passionate about helping the world be a better place. CONNECT WITH RICARDO: WebsiteInstagramCONNECT WITH VICTORIA: FREE Seedling Newsletter WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: [email protected]: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1OUTDOOR CLASSROOM RESOURCES:The Outdoor Classrooms CIRCLE MembershipThe Outdoor Teaching Bootcamp Seeds of Inspiration for Outdoor Learning Card Deck