A Conversation with Paul Kendall from Wild Things

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In this podcast, Carol Murdoch interviews Paul Kendall from Wild Things, an environmental education charity in Scotland. They discuss Paul’s journey into environmental education, the work Wild Things does with various age groups, and the importance of outdoor learning. The conversation highlights the differences between Forest School and Wild Things’ approach, the significance of risk assessment, and the long-term impact of environmental education on participants’ attitudes towards nature. Paul emphasises the need for more people to engage with nature and shares future plans for Wild Things, including new projects and training opportunities.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Outdoor Learning in Scotland
02:40 Paul’s Journey into Environmental Education
03:58 Overview of Wild Things’ Programs
08:26 Training and Development in Outdoor Education
13:57 Comparing Forest School and Wild Things’ Approach
20:46 Balancing Education and Personal Connection to Nature
33:28 Integrating Technology in Outdoor Education
34:26 Impact of Hands-On Environmental Education
34:36 Children’s Awareness of Conservation Issues
36:47 Bridging the Gap Between Humans and Nature
38:30 Ripple Effects of Environmental Education
40:19 Empowering Individuals to Make a Difference
42:41 Encouraging Outdoor Exploration
46:44 The Importance of Nature Connection
49:53 Future Directions for Wild Things
56:44 Essential Tools for Outdoor Learning
58:21 Key Tips for Outdoor Engagement

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