Inspired by nature, drawn to the outdoors, empowered by science, and always learning through sharing.
My earliest memories of being outdoors are filled with excitement and curiosity. Observing wildlife was always the reward for time well spent outside, and I did any and everything I could to get a closer look. This led me onto a career path immersed in science and one that would keep me experiencing the profound impacts of nature. I'm only now learning that the benefits of a childhood subjected to the natural world are far greater than I had ever imagined.
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"Biophilia" is a term coined by biologist, E. O. Wilson. With it, he describes our affinity to the natural world - that we are drawn to it - that we need it because it's a part of who we are, while implicating a strong conservation ethic for the preservation of global biodiversity. More importantly, the Biophilia hypothesis implies harsh consequences for us - should we allow nature to be destroyed or should we do nothing about the sudden collapse of people's engagement with nature. With such negligence, we impair our physical and mental well-being which can carry over into future generations.​
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Exposure to nature improves overall health and happiness. With the privilege of such a connection comes our responsibility to respectfully coexist in the natural world with all creatures great and small.
