We have a really deep longing for connection in nature

Wellness with Nature

Nature is not only nice to have, but it’s a have-to-have for physical health and cognitive function. – Richard Louv”

How Immersion in Nature Benefits Your Health

Nature Destination

Our Central Wisconsin region is a destination for nature experiences. We believe growing our connection with our natural resources co-create opportunities to grow our rural economies by creating more nature destination immersion experiences.

“Young people are demanding high-quality outdoor experiences.”

Florence Williams, The Nature Fix

Local Resources

Loving Awareness Sanctuary – Waupaca
Loving Awareness Sanctuary offers: Plant Walks, Full Moon Walks, Solstice Ceremonies, Forest Bathing, wellBEing services, nature immersions, medicine walks, and retreats, Sanctuary grown and crafted self-care products.

Oz Center for Biodiversity – Waupaca

Walk the Path to a More Mindful Life – Waupaca
Join Kayla for nature walks and immerse in the beauty of our region.

There is an awakening underway today to many of the values of nature and the risks and costs of its loss. This new work can help inform investments in livability and sustainability of the world’s cities.

Gretchen Daily, director of the Natural Capital Project

Resources

Articles
Understanding the World as a Gift

Ecopsychology: How Immersion in Nature Benefits Your Health

Organizations
Child and Nature Network
We believe that the well-being of children and the wild places we love are inextricably linked. And while research tells us that regular time outdoors is essential for children’s healthy development, today’s kids are less connected to nature than ever before.

The Association of Nature and Forest Therapy
The Global Leaders in Forest Therapy Guide Training
Transforming Relationships between Humans and Nature.

Natural Capital Project
The Natural Capital Project aims to improve the well-being of people and our planet by motivating targeted investments in nature.