About

Our Vision
 

At Connected in Nature CIC, our vision is to create meaningful connections in nature, where you feel welcome, empowered and appreciated.
 

Our holistic, person centred approach blends ancient traditions and scientific approaches with fun, creative activities and practical skills like bushcraft and coping strategies for better mental and emotional health. Supporting personal growth, confidence, resilience and self-esteem.  ​Supporting you to navigate the challenges and overwhelm of life, develop deep natural connections and create beautiful memories. 

 

Whether through team-building workshops, innovative learning experiences, or deep listening practices we aim to promote meaningful relationships and cultivate a renewed sense of purpose and care—for both people and planet.

Inspiring and supporting the development of guardians for nature, mentors and compassionate leaders in communities. 

 

Our Aims

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• 🌀 Provide nature based and bespoke therapeutic activities that support health and wellbeing,  resilience, and personal growth.  Enhancing feelings of peace, with reduced stress and the ability to navigate life’s challenges with resilience.

• 🌿 Welcoming diversity and celebrating uniqueness, supporting you to recognise your strengths and feel valued. 
  Encouraging the development of compassionate leaders, mentors and advocates for nature and wellbeing.

• 🌙 Integrating ancient wisdom and modern science with therapeutic practices, and practical skills for holistic well-being.

• 🔥 Bespoke fun and engaging, experiences for young people, families, and adults,  that respond to the needs of the group. Honouring  your natural flow and playful self.

• 🏹 Hosting seasonal celebrations, rites of passage, and personal development opportunities through nature-based experiences. Engaging the body, heart and mind to co-create rituals and ceremony to add meaningful connection and beauty to daily life.

• 🔥 Encouraging team work and celebrating individuality, supporting individuals to recognise their strengths and overcome their challenges. 

• 🌿 Provide bush-craft, survival skills, and traditional crafts to encourage self-sufficiency and confidence. Learn survival skills, wildlife identification, map-reading and traditional crafts.​

• Support mental health, self-reflection, and emotional resilience through mindfulness, meditation, and nature connection. Recognise your emotions, let go and release what is limiting you.

•  🍃 Promote environmental stewardship and sustainability, following Permaculture principles and Leave No Trace ethics. Feeling  safe in and building relationships with the natural world.

• 🌙  Cultivating mentors and all the valued roles involved in creating a thriving, resilient local community who aspire to live in harmony with each other and nature., 

• 🏹  Strengthen community cohesion and accessibility by fostering collaboration with health, education, and social services..

• 🌿 Measuring and evaluating impact is highly important to us, so we can continually update and develop our services to best meet the needs of the local community.

• 🔥 Progress through innovative and inspiring training and delivery both for our team and those we provide for.​

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Our Ethics

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• 🌍 Respect for Nature- Honouring the land, its cycles, and its wisdom through sustainable practices and mindful engagement.

• 🤝 Community & Support- Cultivating a safe, inclusive and non-judgmental space where individuals can share, listen, and grow together.

• 🌱 Empowerment & Self-Discovery- Encouraging autonomy, resilience, and the rediscovery of inner strength through immersive experiences in the wild.

• 🔥 Ancient Wisdom, Modern Application- Blending traditional practices with contemporary science and approaches to create meaningful, transformative experiences.

• 🌙 Sacred Connection - Acknowledging the deep and emotional bonds between humans and the natural world, integrating ritual, storytelling, and reflection.                                                                                                                                   

•  🤝 Collaboration & Community Cohesion – Working alongside health, education, and community groups to create a truly integrated approach to well-being.

• 🌿 Sustainability & Responsibility – Practicing and teaching ecological stewardship to protect both people and the planet. Including Permaculture.

 

Permaculture (sustainable, nature-based design) is woven throughout our development and delivery.

The ethics of this are:

🌍 Earth Care – Protecting and regenerating ecosystems, reducing waste, and using resources responsibly.
🤝 People Care – Ensuring that our work is inclusive and nurtures individuals and communities, promoting well-being and connection.
⚖ Fair Shares – Sharing resources equitably, promoting sustainability, and considering the needs of other living beings.
🌱 Future Care – Planting seeds for future generations, both metaphorically and literally, by restoring landscapes and fostering environmental consciousness