33 - Back to Nature with Wildlife Biologist Neil Hill33 - Back to Nature with Wildlife Biologist Neil Hill
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Neil Hill founded Rewilding Bushcraft to share his passion for the natural world with people. He believes that our modern disconnection from nature is leading directly to many of our personal, physical, and social problems. By training, a...
38:33•14 Jun 2021
Nature's Wisdom: Neil Hill on Reconnecting with the Wild
“If we look at people who still live in a completely nature-connected way, say in the Amazon rainforest, the Southeast Asian rainforests, if we look at, say, the hadza or the biwi in Africa, or the bushmen, if we look at the, the reindeer herders of the tundra, these cultures are not surviving, they're thriving.”
Ever feel like modern life has pulled you too far from the natural world? Charli Wall chats with wildlife biologist and bushcraft expert Neil Hill about why getting back to nature might be just what we all need. Neil, who founded Rewilding Bushcraft, believes our disconnection from nature is a root cause of many personal and societal issues. From leading expeditions in remote wildernesses to teaching kids the joys of the outdoors, Neil's passion for the environment shines through.
He talks about how simple activities like fire lighting, shelter building, and swimming in mountain lakes can help us find peace and balance. Neil also stresses the importance of pulling children away from screens and into the wild, where they can learn survival skills and develop a love for nature. This episode is a breath of fresh air for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Tune in to hear how reconnecting with nature can foster community, support, and a simpler, more fulfilling life.
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