Child of the wild Ibiza

I spent a few hours volunteering at .farm this morning. It’s been quite a busy few weeks so to be in a space of calm doing some field work was for me like a mini meditation. Thankyou to for being such a good host to the group this morning. Juntos are always looking for volunteers so message them to join their what’s app group would highly recommend it 🩷

What do do if you find a hedgehog on Ibiza? Have you ever found one on the side of the road and needed to assist? This weekend we will learn all about them. How they live, what they eat, what protection they need. Also importantly how can we help them thrive In the future. Stay tuned to learn more. 🦔

NEW PODCAST is out 🩷 with talking abott why we are making peace flags. Do you know what they are? Check out the podcast to find out all about our magical morning in the forest. - check out bio for the link 🩷🩷

This weekend we are hiking with . Have you been on a children’s hike before? It’s so much fun! We get to discover new parts of the island, learn about species and sing our song really loud. 🫶🏻🩷 Come join us ☀️

Today is EARTH day. The theme for this year is planet vs plastic. So here’s a few ways to reduce your plastic consumption and help eradicate plastic waste. Please share your favourite ways to go plastic free. 🩷 .

1. Start with small changes: Begin by identifying the most common single-use plastic items in your daily life, such as plastic bags, bottles, straws, and cutlery. Replace them with reusable alternatives like cloth bags, stainless steel bottles, metal straws, and bamboo cutlery.

2. Avoid plastic packaging: Look for products that come in minimal or plastic-free packaging. Choose loose fruits and vegetables instead of pre-packaged ones, and buy in bulk to reduce packaging waste.

3. Bring your own containers: When shopping for groceries or takeout food, bring your own containers to avoid plastic packaging. Many stores and restaurants are accommodating this eco-friendly practice.

4. Choose sustainable alternatives: Look for products made from sustainable materials such as glass, metal, bamboo, or paper. For example, use glass containers for food storage instead of plastic ones.

5. Say no to single-use plastics: Refuse single-use plastic items like plastic straws, disposable cutlery, and coffee stirrers. Instead, carry your own reusable alternatives or simply opt for no straw or stirrer.

6. Recycle properly: Make sure to recycle any plastic items that cannot be eliminated from your life. Check your local recycling guidelines to ensure you are recycling correctly.

7. Spread awareness: Educate others about the harmful effects of plastic pollution and the importance of reducing plastic consumption. Encourage your friends, family, and community to join you in becoming plastic-free.

Remember, transitioning to a plastic-free lifestyle is a journey, and it may not be possible to eliminate all plastic immediately. Start with what you can and continue making small changes over time. Every effort counts in reducing plastic waste and protecting our environment.

Love for ourselves is love for nature. We are the same. A circle of connection. Once we find love in our hearts that magic can be sent out into the world to find connection, community and purpose. On that note here are 5 ways to fall in love with nature..
1. Immerse yourself in natural surroundings: Spend time in nature, whether it’s a hike in the mountains, a walk on the beach, or simply sitting in a park. Take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the natural world to truly appreciate its beauty.

2. Learn about different ecosystems: Educate yourself about the various ecosystems and their inhabitants. Read books, watch documentaries, or take guided tours to understand the intricate relationships and diversity found in nature. The more you know, the more you’ll appreciate the wonders of the natural world.

3. Engage in outdoor activities (ours!) : Try new outdoor activities like hiking, camping, kayaking, or birdwatching. These activities allow you to connect with nature on a deeper level and experience its wonders firsthand. The thrill of exploration and discovery can ignite a love for nature.

4. Practice mindfulness in nature: Take time to slow down, be present, and observe the details of nature. Engage your senses by noticing the texture of tree bark, the sound of chirping birds, or the scent of wildflowers. Mindfulness can deepen your connection with nature and bring a sense of peace and joy.

5. Capture the beauty of nature: Take up photography or sketching as a way to capture the beauty of nature. This creative outlet allows you to focus on the details and intricacies of the natural world, fostering a deeper appreciation and love for its wonders. Share your creations with others to inspire their own love for nature. .

Ain’t that right! Headwear provided by and and .gajetzki on our morning together, we cleaned a beach. What does that mean? Children learn to take care of their home. Our only home. Why do we care about our environment because its our house! It’s our home.

Child of the wild has two main goals.

The first is to help children connect to themselves, connect with their mental wellbeing using the power of nature.

The second is to help children to connect to nature to help natures wellbeing using the power of humanity.

Trees are fabulous at doing that. They are wonderful for……

1. Grounding: When you hug a tree, you establish a physical connection with nature. This grounding effect can help you feel more centered and connected to the earth.

2. Stress reduction: Being in nature and hugging a tree can help reduce stress. It allows you to disconnect from the demands of daily life and find solace in the tranquility of the natural environment.

3. Energy exchange: Trees are known to have a calming and soothing energy. When you hug a tree, you may experience an exchange of energy that can help restore balance and promote a sense of peace and well-being.

4. Connection with nature: Hugging a tree can deepen your connection with the natural world. It reminds us of our interdependence with nature and can foster a sense of gratitude and awe for the beauty and wisdom of trees.

What geometric patterns can you see in nature? This weekend we will explore and create our own artwork using nature as the muse with . Have you spotted any spring flowers yet? In my garden already there is oxalis, dandelion and borage 😍

A print lesson using nature as our muse with - if you could choose a nature print, what would it be? Can’t wait to share what we come up with

I’m currently studying for a course with and our group leader .dietrich has a beautiful piece of land on the south coast of Spain. In line with all my passions for creating a more sustainable future we are creating a design project for a new eco village. Cannot wait to share the final design!

We have so many magical locations for the children to experience. From waterside spots, glorious beaches to hillside secret picnic locations. Each time the experience brings out a different feeling and learning. This photo from a morning with of ancients doing a storytelling and we took them to my favorite well in Ibiza tucked away in San Vicente.

Our next session is on the 9th March with we will learn all about print. We will even create prints from elements of nature and use nature as the muse for creation. We will print bags, old clothes and even create a huge Child of the wild flag 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

Yesterday we had a magical morning taking a little meditation journey into the ether to connect with our totem animal our spirit animals. We danced, we sang and we even made a podcast. I have the best job ever! Such wonderful children and incredible experiences. with at beautiful .ibiza

Have you ever heard of land art? Search for it in Instagram there are so many inspiring artists using nature to create art. So excited to be holding a session with on the 24th of March in a morning of co creation with the children to create a piece of land art all of our own in Ibiza using our spring flowers 🌺 to create a masterpiece.

EASTER is here nearly and wow have we got a beautiful week lined up! Fun, creation, education and connection to the wonderful wilds of Ibiza.

What’s coming up in March! We’re creating prints from nature with brilliant then buzzing away on a beautiful morning with the bees with and finishing the month with creating patterns and art with nature and flowers. What a month! 💗💗💗💗💗 ❤️

This weekend we will be learning all about spirit animals making sounds with drummimg as well as making our own headdresses to take home. Very excited to be with of who will bring all the magic and good vibes ✨✨✨✨

I just wanted to show my observations of the land. These two pictures taken on the same bit of land, this year and last year on the same week. We’ve had only a few days of water this winter. In the photos this year compared to last, the blossoms have not blossomed. The grasses have not grown. The flowers have not bloomed. Let’s all ask for rain in our prayers to fill the aquifers and revive the land before the heat of summer 🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️

Let’s give a big a shout out to MOTHER NATURE on this day of valentines. She’s always there for us, caring for us, nurturing and growing for us even when we don’t care for her in the way we should. this butterfly created by on a day where we showed all our love for the 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

Look at this beautiful soul just loving life in a field in Ibiza. His first ever Child Of The Wild and I think you will see he loved it. A little photographer in the making - 🥰 ❤️ 📷

A wild book full of wonder. The author is also a lover of CS Lewis as am I. A joy to read and really does work to bring the mind into the magic of nature. 💗 A good adult read or a good story time read for kiddies 🕊️✨✨

This is the Green Hairstreak and can be seen all over the Balearics. If our logo was a butterfly it would be this :) This weekend we are going to fly into the world of butterfly’s, learning all about the myths and stories behind these magical creatures as well as creating our own puppets to take home 🙌🏻💗 with the skills and magic of Saturday 10am - 1pm

This Gorses perennial was a photo taken by a 6 year old. If you took your child for a walk what would they think was photo worthy? What is beautiful from their eyes? we are very much looking forward to our photography session in a few weeks with in the beautiful area of Sant Agnes amongst the almond blossoms

Off we go flying into a new year with 3 incredible sessions with three very talented people. Would you like your child to learn more about Ibiza butterflies and create their own with or take a walk through the beautiful blossoms and learn photography with or experience a drumming circle and find the inner spirit animal with then message me directly and we can book

The first nature walk of many in 2021. What began as a dream to connect passionate professionals with nature protection turned into a dream job! How did I get so lucky ✨ . This session with elizabethroselangford 💗😚

A throwback to last years wreath lesson. Look how this turned out! A wreath created by a small child which could stand on the shelves of any shop. We also learn all about the plants and trees we use and we learn about the symbolism of wreaths, nature and the eternal circle of life. Big conversations wrapped up in fun learning

Today I had had the pleasure of a good chat about life and environmental issues at casitaverdeibiza. Listening to stories of one man Chris # who created a whole vision without waste or impact to his environment. Spreading the love on here. If we all lived in this way, we would have far lesson problems than we do now. , , , , , and

Our Christmas events are live 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄 postponed to the 2nd due to bad weather. 9th we will make 4 different gifts we can give to relatives. 16th we make wreaths and it’s a Christmas party! Then we will start the new year with a bird spotting walk.

THREE reasons why nature makes children happier. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

Stimulates Creativity: Natures diverse and ever-changing elements spark children's imagination. Whether it's exploring the shapes of clouds, building structures with sticks and stones, or inventing games with leaves, nature provides a canvas for creative expression, fostering happiness through play.
✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Promotes Physical Activity: Outdoor play encourages children to move, run, climb, and engage in activities that contribute to their physical well-being. The release of endorphins during physical activity is linked to improved mood, making nature a natural source of joy for children. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
Reduces Stress and Anxiety: Nature offers a calming environment that contrasts with the stimuli and pressures of modern life. Exposure to green spaces has been shown to lower stress levels in children, promoting a sense of tranquility and contributing to their overall happiness and emotional well-being
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