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I’ve been growing increasingly interested in studying how disconnection from nature affects our minds and bodies — and, by extension, how reconnecting with nature might repair some of that damage. So when I was gifted Grounded  by Ruth Allen, its subtitle immediately spoke to me: How connection with nature can improve our mental and physical wellbeing . The book itself is a piece of art: a beautiful hardcover with thick pages and gorgeous photographs throughout. It’s the kind

This winter, much of my attention is focused on preparing my TFE walk  (Travail de Fin d’Études), a project that blends observation, eco-interpretation, and reflection. Part of that preparation involves learning from others who have mastered the art of noticing nature in subtle ways. One particularly inspiring book is Tristan Gooley’s How to Read Water . Gooley’s work is a masterclass in observation. He shows how rivers, streams, and ponds communicate through currents, ripple

You might have noticed that my guided walks are on pause this winter — but that doesn’t mean the work of Mist Connections has stopped. Right now, my main focus is preparing my TFE walk  (Travail de Fin d’Études), a special project that brings together everything I’ve been learning about nature guiding, observation, and interpretation. The TFE walk is both a learning experience for me and a kind of field experiment in eco-interpretation. My goal is to help participants notice

Guided walks can take many forms, and each guide brings their own perspective, curiosity, and style. Some focus on stories, others on scientific observation, some on quiet reflection, and others on hands-on discovery. Over the years, I’ve noticed that people connect with nature differently depending on the type of guide they’re walking with — and I’ve been inspired by many approaches myself. Below, I’ve outlined several guiding profiles I’ve observed, with examples of guides

An evening walk with the Griffin Troop in Tervuren Park turned into a celebration of autumn’s abundance — from mast-bearing trees and curious fungi to the quiet presence of frogs and toads at dusk. These Field Notes capture our shared discoveries and the wonder that comes from slowing down together in nature.

A heartfelt reflection on The Evolved Nest by Darcia Narvaez and G.A. Bradshaw—this review explores what we’ve forgotten about raising children close to nature. Blending science, ecology, and parenting, it reminds us that healing our species begins with how we nurture the next generation. Includes a printable infographic summarizing key concepts like alloparenting, epigenetics, and kincentric ecology.

Life isn’t about forcing a smile or rushing through storms. It’s about learning to love the rain—both literal and figurative—listening to what it’s telling you, and choosing, with compassion, whether to walk through it or rest while it flows past.

Discover the benefits of mindful nature walks. Learn how slowing down, observing details, and engaging your senses can deepen your connection with the forest.

Prepare for your first guided nature walk with tips on shoes, clothing, essentials, and pacing. Learn how to connect with nature and enjoy the outdoors.

A childhood stream taught me what it means to return to nature, find peace, and feel at home outdoors. A reflection on memory, mindfulness, and belonging.

Sometimes it takes a child’s curiosity to remind us that we already belong — in the forest, in our families, and in the quiet moments that connect us to the world around us.

My first walk after a long break caused me to introspect deeply