Trackers Earth

As we reflect on a year like few others, we can turn to lessons in nature for guidance into the next. We know that nature works in cycles, and that the current state is never the absolute way. Life will change and adapt. As the days get brighter, so will our connection to each other and the future. Trackers Earth is grateful to and appreciates our community for their support through the uncertainties and challenges of 2020 and we are looking forward to friends, fun, and nature connection in the year ahead! #trackersearth #natureconnection #happynewyear #gooutdoors

New Blog: It's Friluftsliv Time! Friluftsliv is a Scandinavian word that means fresh air life. The word encompasses a Nordic idea that even in the dark of winter, in the snow, in below zero temperatures, it’s essential that we get outside and connect with nature for our mental health and happiness, for our spiritual well-being. While staying inside feels easy and good in the moment, it doesn’t feed our souls. Fear not! With the right gear and preparation, it’s not too hard ...to get your kids out in the snow and have a fun family adventure. Blog Link: https://blog.trackersearth.com//get-ready-family-snow-adv/ #trackersearth #natureconnection #gooutdoors

New Blog: Looking for a Great Holiday Gift for Your Kid? Get Them A Knife! As the gift-giving season approaches, consider giving your kids one of the most useful tools on the planet: a knife! Carving is an awesome activity for kids to do when they are stuck at home. They can carve indoors or outside in the yard, alone or with friends. They can create useful tools or purely imaginative works of art. Kids crave a connection to nature and knife carving can provide that connec...tion, leading to powerful results. What other tool can a kid use to make their own fishing pole and hook to catch a fish, then gut the fish, then shave feather sticks to build a fire and cook that fish? Blog Link: https://blog.trackersearth.com//a-knife-is-a-great-holida/ #trackersearth #natureconnection #woodcarving #gooutdoors

Guild Guide: Mariners At Trackers we have four Guilds: Rangers, Wilders, Mariners & Artisans. The Mariners Guild sails by salty wisdom. They travel by creek, river, and sea, fishing and foraging. They chart a course by the stars, currents, and tides. A Mariner connects to the waters and all life in it. On the Trackers Compass, the Mariners motto is Respect:... Follow the Flow, appreciating the way of all things. Welcome the Sunrise and Sunset, saluting creatures and elements of the Earth, Sea, and Sky. Greet the Waters, offering deep thanks and gratitude. Chart the Mariners Course to discover the Original Ocean. A Mariner carries these lessons and more as they navigate the world around them. Explore our Mariners camps today!

We are so excited for the first Fireside Chat featuring a live, virtual conversation with Victor Wooten! Please use the webinar link provided below at 5:30p PST to join Victor and Esther Ikoro as they discuss outdoor education, music, and questions from participants! To participate - Click on the link provided below at the scheduled time... - Enter your name and email (all information will be anonymized) or Sign in to Zoom - Enjoy the conversation! Thank you for your support in launching our Fireside Chat series and helping Trackers Earth hold purposeful spaces for learning, growing, and listening Link to Webinar: https://whip.li/firesidechat2020-12-08 #victorwooten #natureconnection #trackersearth #firesidechat #gooutdoors

New Blog: Profile of a Young Carver Last week’s blog was about why you should consider giving your kid a knife. This week discover the end result of that potential gift: you might inspire that kid to become a carver! Meet Lucas, a 15-year-old who has been going to Trackers homeschool classes for the last ten years. He now makes spoons, bowls and other crafts using his favorite Trackers skillwood carvingand sells them in his Etsy shop! Blog Link: https://blog.trackersearth....com//student-spotlight-lucas-g/ #trackersearth #natureconnection #woodcarving #gooutdoors

Fireside Chats are live-stream webinars with artists, writers, outdoor educators, organizers, and community members to discuss and share their work, insights, and stories. Our first guest is Grammy Award-winning American bassist, producer, educator and author, Victor Wooten. We are thrilled to have Mr. Wooten as our guest on December 9th, 5:30-6:30p PST for a live stream event and discussion. RSVP for this free virtual live event by clicking on this link: https://whip.li/fire...sidechat200212 See you there! We are introducing Trackers Fireside Chats to our community as a part of our ongoing initiative to expand purposeful spaces for learning, growing and listening. #victorwooten #natureconnection #getoutside

New Blog: CAR CAMPING [PART 1 OF 2] Car camping is a lot simpler than backpacking. Anyone can do it. You can pack everything you might possibly need (including the kitchen sink), and if you forget something like marshmallows (or god forbid coffee!), you can zip off to the store. Car camping is a wonderful way to get you and your kids out in nature without having to be an outdoor wilderness expert. https://blog.trackersearth.com/blog/car-camping-part-1-of-2/... #trackersearth #getoutside #wanderout #natureconnection #camping

New Blog: DRESS FOR WINTER WEATHER The changing seasons doesn’t mean you and your kids have to stay indoors. Most of us are sick of being indoors already. You can still get outside to safely visit friends and family and to continue outdoor adventuring with your family. You and your kids will be happier out there if you can stay warm and dry. Check out these tips for staying comfortable in any conditions! Blog Link: https://blog.trackersearth.com/bl/dress-for-winter-wea...ther/ #trackersearth #getoutside #wanderout #natureconnection

New Blog: Backpacking with Kids Camping in the fall can be great. Crowds are gone. Bugs are gone. Fall colors are glorious. Why not try a family backpacking trip? It’s not as hard as you might think. With a little planning and these tips, you can have a great family adventure and inspire a life-long love of backpacking in your kids. Blog link: https://blog.trackersearth.com/blog/backpacking-with-kids/... #getoutside #backpacking #natureconnection #trackersearth