In this explorative and experiential program we will delve into a more up close and personal relationship with Nature and perceiving more deeply the workings of our local wilds. Through using a fuller range of our senses, looking in the right places for the tracks and signs animals leave us, and gaining a greater knowledge base of our wild neighbors and their habits, we will begin to see into the overlooked workings of our ecosystem. Whether examining a nibbled-upon plant, a fresh set of animal prints, a nest in a fencerow, or the details of an unfamiliar plant in the understory, we can begin to learn so much more about our animal and plant neighbors by observing things thoroughly, using background knowledge, and applying some basic problem solving techniques. Practicing and integrating these tools into our time outdoors will open up a dynamic and intriguing world and also offer us a healthy and harmonious way to connect more deeply with Nature. These methods can even offer personal lessons and help us become more beneficial and aware stewards of our local wild communities.
Class location: The Woods W2743 Friemoth Road, East Troy, WI
