Essays
Desperation at Depot Glen
Charles Sturt’s greatest expedition challenge As a prelude to this amazing story of endeavour, we are reminded of how privileged we are today through our ability to venture deep into Australia’s outback and fascinating Corner Country with comfortable 4WD vehicles and access to all the creature […]
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Conversations inspired by the wild
Legendary Scottish-American naturalist and early advocate for preservation of the wilderness, John Muir once said: “When you tug on a string in nature, you find it is connected to everything else”. Here we reflect on some spontaneous Nature Bound tour guest conversations, inspired by the wild. […]
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Secrets to life found in the Australia Corner Country
Beyond the city limits lies a wealth of lessons in life Adventuring beyond the city limits, deep into the outback and the Australia Corner Country, can be a rejuvenating journey into humanity. The contrast in city and country values is clearly evident, enabling you to reflect […]
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Why is Mother Nature so important to you?
Fact is, Mother Nature doesn’t need us – but we need her. Harsh words but after all we are a part of nature. When we tire of all the politics, crime, aggression, harmful man-made constructs and narratives, we have a responsibility for our actions, our survival, […]
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Wisdom to be found in Australia’s Indigenous culture
What do we really know about the Indigenous culture of our nation? Reconciliation between our First Australians and the more recent western arrivals is still the subject of contentious political debate despite the popular acclaim Australia is the most successful multi-cultural nation in the world. […]
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Aboriginal Culture – timeless wisdom a pathway to enlightenment
Uluru is an appropriate place to start appreciating the timeless wisdom of Aboriginal Culture It is near impossible to visit the great Central Australia monolith, Uluru, without being moved by simply being there. Something happens which is deep and spiritual. It can stimulate your desire for […]
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Shared good, for complete health and wellbeing
Complete health and wellbeing depends on sharing the goodness of nature and biodiversity Every so often a profound personality crosses our path and one of these, has booked four Nature Bound tours since 2009. He is well known for his stirring of mindsets and actions within […]
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How to benefit from nature in face of future shock
To benefit from nature, firstly you need to acknowledge “Future Shock” 54 years ago Alvin Toffler first warned us about “Future Shock”, the psychological state of people facing too much change, too quickly. In many respects, we now live with and accept “future shock” as […]
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Stop the chaos in your life – try mindfulness instead
Mindfulness in nature is a great tool for unpacking the chaos in your life. Our deepest origins are in the natural world – fact is, we are all part of nature. We choose to be so busy and impatient with our lives we accept the complications, noise and […]
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Reconnecting with humanity nature’s way
Humanity is about celebrating what is good and right in the world How can an immersion in nature and the Australian bush be a key to reconnecting with humanity and a celebration of what is good in the world? Anecdotal evidence suggests mature aged Australians are tiring of […]
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A healthy habit – take your brain for a walk
Are you ready to declare war on depression, anxiety and stress in your life? To live a more grounded existence? In doing so, attacking the social norms on a broad front. Consider for a moment, you were naturally born to move, not sitting or lounging most […]
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Celebrating the Spirit of Adventure in Women
There is a Spirit of Adventure in us all, ready for the awakening Yes, the world is better for the vital contribution and achievements of women and their unsung spirit of adventure, not only in travel but in fields of business, politics, care, family or personal endeavour, beyond […]
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