Name: Nature's Path to Wellness - for you and your students
Start: 2025-05-09T14:00:00-0600
End: 2025-05-09T15:15:00-0600

Welcome to the 2025 Outdoor Learning Conference

Friday May 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT

Bear

Alberta’s Provincial Park System offers a natural space to rejuvenate and enhance your teaching practice. This session promotes personal wellness through nature-based activities, which you can apply with students/youth to create a balanced, healthy learning environment. You’ll explore:

• Sensory Exploration: Engage in activities that heighten sensory awareness, promoting mindfulness and presence. • Reflective Practices: Experience journaling, guided meditation, and quiet contemplation to support mental well-being. • Interactive Games: Enjoy games that build teamwork, communication, and relieve stress, adaptable for classroom use. • Storytelling: Use storytelling to connect with nature, enhancing mindfulness, creativity, and reflection.

Immerse in these land-based activities to support your wellness and gather tools for a wellness-centered learning environment.

Speakers

Vicki Perkins

Environmental Education Coordinator, Alberta Forestry & Parks

Vicki (she/her) grew up on the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee, Anishinabeg, Seneca, and Chippewa peoples. Time spent among the majestic white pines and flowing waters sparked her passion for nature and storytelling. For over 25 years, Vicki has worked internationally... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Bear

Health and Wellbeing Workshop

Outdoor Learning Conference 2025

Vicki Perkins

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