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Early in my journey to develop a series on inclusion, I was asked by a prominent figure what data would be collected to prove the effort successful. As a wildlife biologist and scientist, I appreciate data. While in the archery industry, I was involved in almost every survey put out and enjoyed pouring over the […]

 As a facilitator of workshops, most of which deeply affects people’s psyche and challenge the status quo, I am walking into a dangerous arena. As a result, I expect to hear difficult feedback. In fact, I desire feedback that catches a blind spot, corrects information, or introduces me to a perspective I have not heard […]

I am working hard to transform human relationships with nature, including my own. As I continue to learn and grow, I encounter other individuals and efforts doing similar work. One that comes up often is the Nature Rx movement. I believe it may have started with Park Rx America with Dr. Robert Zarr. He hopes […]

Who is worthy of leading the work in conservation? I have pondered this question since hearing a presentation about the myth of meritocracy by Edward Dugger III as part of the Center for Purposeful Leadership’s Essential Conversations series. This topic resonated with me because I have felt my own worth questioned in the field of […]