Episode Details

Season 1: Episode 4

In Episode 4, Marina looks at:

• Noticing the rules that are in place and asking if we had a part in designing them at all?
• What teachers are taught in their training.
• How a teaching mind-set shift may be helpful.
• A classic outdoor myth.
• Exploring the key benefits of this approach to learning.

Confused about what qualifications you need to take groups outdoors?

Download my free guide on Outdoor Learning Myths, co-produced with The South Downs National Park:

https://theoutdoorteacher.com/podcasts/do-we-make-up-the-rules/

The Wild Minds Podcast is brought to you by me, Marina Robb, an author, entrepreneur, Forest School and Nature-Based Trainer and Consultant, and pioneer in developing Green Programmes for the Health Service in the UK.

Music by Geoff Robb: www.geoffrobb.com

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Green Health Virtual Gathering 2026

Embedding Nature in Practice - From Vision to Delivery This gathering brings together psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, GPs, allied health professionals and NHS leaders exploring how nature-informed approaches can be implemented safely and credibly within real-world healthcare settings. https://circleofliferediscovery.com/gathering