One of the most remarkable qualities I have seen in most 'Forest Educator' leaders I've met through this podcast is their ability and willingness to adapt, change and respond to the needs of the children, families and communities when needed.

Areta Farrance is an incredible leader who is doing this in a big way, and seeing positive outcomes and results. We talk about her work building a community and extended family model of nature education, (commonly known in Australia as 'bush kindy').

Living in communities with an incredible diversity of languages and culture pushed her to create a model that is mobile, to serve several areas of her community. She shares how her communities need nature for mental health, for connection that breaks down cultural barriers and allows this diversity to become an asset to everyone.