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. […]
Deep Listening and Awareness
Seek connection with nature through deep listening and inner awareness Edward Osborne Wilson, highly awarded American Biologist and Naturalist once declared that humans had an innate tendency to seek connection with nature and other life forms (Biophilia), concluding: “nature holds the key to our aesthetic, intellectual, […]
Time to Slow Down and Connect
The importance of “Nature Connection” in our lives Years of nature deficit studies, shared experiences and conversations with guests on our Nature Bound tours, have highlighted the importance of “nature connection” to us all, highlighted too by the hours of pandemic lock-down and closure in recent […]
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 […]
Celebrating nature through amazing designs
What is Biomimicry design and nature’s problem solving role in life? The planet is stressed with man’s impact on its ecosystems. The future biodiversity of our landscapes depends on our appreciation and protection of nature. To fully appreciate nature we must firstly recognise its role in […]
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, […]
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. […]
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 […]
Ecosystem services to humanity
The flower recognises or accepts its part in the ecosystem – the ecosystem it shares with us It makes itself available in a positive attractive way to other living creatures – and so might we It expresses abundant beauty to attract other forms of life […]
Find life beyond your Australian travel “Bucket List”
Find life beyond your Australian travel “Bucket List” Fact is, most people initially choose a holiday tour because it promises them a travel “bucket list” of places and features they have longed to see. A “bucket list” tour, typically involves participants, armed with limited research, visiting each […]
Holidays for Over 50s – How to choose the right one
In the past, Holidays for Over 50s have been booked with very little research. Rather a reliance on friends comments, perceptions from a glossy brochure or friendly agent. The internet and direct access to tour operators has changed the potential of choice Now you have the luxury of being […]
Active stress free healthy holidays are essential when you’re Over 50
75% of mature age travellers in Australia regard themselves to be in good health. Many of our most active tour guests are proudly over 70 years young, seeking active stress free healthy holidays. “Truthfully, healthy holidays have little to do with a personal indulgence in […]
