Details at a glance: In-person workshop White Mountain National Forest
(Starting in Albany, NH and ending in Lincoln, NH)
October 28th, 8:30am to 3:00pm with the option to depart after lunch | $10
Join Steven Morello and Emilie Talpin, OM SYSTEM Ambassadors, accompanied by Susan Pike, naturalist writer, on a slow-paced guided walk through the forests of the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We will spend our day along the Kancamagus Highway, exploring the Swift River and some of the trails found off the highway. We will view waterfalls, trees, and the fall landscape that the Kancamagus travels through. During this day-long retreat, we hope to convey the importance of slowing down and practicing mindfulness to help us reconnect with nature. We will share our experiences as scientists, writers, and photographers. While exploring the endemic fauna and flora of the White Mountains, we will also address our role in its preservation. We want this to be an immersive experience where all can share observations and knowledge but also take time for self-reflection. Bring a lunch and join us as we discover the secrets this idyllic place has to offer.
The top 5 topics covered during this workshop:
1 - Concept of Mindfulness
2 - Art of slow walking to better understand the forest and its inhabitants
3 - Importance of reconnecting with nature and appreciating where you live
4 - Art of seeing the extraordinary in the ordinary things around us
5 - Being a better participant in nature to better protect our planet
Please note! The price of your ticket does not include accommodations or lunch. Please pack your lunch. We will meet at 8.30am at the Tin Mountain Conservation Center and plan to finish at 3:00pm. You will need to bring your own camera and lenses. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the time of year and weather.
What does Nature mean to our Ambassadors?
Steve Morello: "I started my professional career not as a photographer, but as a naturalist researching whales off the coast of Cape Cod. Learning about the natural world has always been a passion of mine for as long as I remember. My love of nature started as a child snorkeling around the marshes of Cape Cod, following crabs, snails and whatever little critters I could find. That curiosity has never left me, and I continue to be amazed at the nature of things all around me. Now as an adult, I find that wonder still whether I am traveling to an exotic location or exploring the trails on our property in Maine."
Emilie Talpin: "Nature is my home. It is what makes me whole. When I feel disconnected, the art of slow walking helps me ground myself back to my environment and see the beauty that surrounds me."
