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Welcome back to The Forest School Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the realities of lone working in outdoor education, the unexpected (and hilarious) responsibilities of a Forest School leader, and the importance of connection in a role that can often feel isolating.
🌲 Key topics in this episode:
The highs and lows of returning to work after illness.
Why Forest School leaders need mental health policies for lone working.
Listener-submitted job descriptions, including ‘Animal Hostage Negotiator’ and ‘Fart Consultant’!
The role of play and improvisation in outdoor education.
Introducing ‘Surprise Student’ – a new game where we design a Forest School session for famous figures.
Join us as we reflect, laugh, and explore how we can better support outdoor educators. 🌿
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⏳ Episode Chapters & Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
03:58 Reflections on Productivity and Mental Health
09:12 The Importance of Connection and Support
13:10 Nature Connection and Personal Growth
17:13 Engaging with Nature and Crafting
21:15 Productivity Insights and New Practices
26:45 Fun and Games in Forest School
30:42 Animal Encounters and Job Descriptions
31:16 Emergency Privacy Screen Holder: A Forest School Job
34:35 Christmas Fart Consultant: The Humor of Forest School
37:49 Fart Consultancy: A Necessary Skill
42:20 Surprise Student: A Fun Game for Learning
44:49 Paddington Bear: A Forest School Intervention
51:01 Season Two: New Beginnings and Exciting Changes
📚 Resources & Links Mentioned
🌍 TENTSILE Hammock Tents – Use ForestChildren10 for 10% off.
🍃 Chris Holland’s Plant Guide – Use FORESTPOD for 15% off.
🎶 Song Mentioned: ‘Summer is Icumen In’ – the oldest secular English song.
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Happy exploring! 🌳✨
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