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Transformational Nature Connection and survival courses that awaken your senses, ignite your power and bring you home to nature.
Welcome to Nature Philosophy.
Ready to uplevel your way of living as an earth-connected human? This is where it starts.
Nature Connection Teacher Training - Apply NOW for 2024/25
Learn the mindset, skills and magic of facilitating transformational Nature Connection Programs with Nature Philosophy Founders, Kate Rydge and Sam Robertson.
BARE Weaving 3 Day Retreat - FULLY BOOKED
3 Day Weaving Retreat which immerses you in your creative weaving mojo!
Learn the art of harvesting natives for basketry, 2 strand weaving (free hand twining), natural dyes and bark string.
Advanced Awareness Training - FULLY BOOKED
A 6-month training in the healing philosophy offered through the Stalking Wolf Lineage facilitated by Katie Rydge.
Seven Levels of Quest - BOOK NOW
The Seven Levels of Quest encompass the total knowledge and experience of the Vision Quest.
These Quest practices have the capacity to free permanently free you from your "modern mind" and powerfully initiate you into oneness & mystical awareness.
BARE Weaving Year Long Immersion
A year long exploration into weaving!
Deepen your understanding of place through learning a broad range of global weaving techniques, and apply these to your local weaving fibres and eco dyes. Also, includes opportunities to learn how to teach the ancient craft of weaving.
Nature ONE, Autumn - March 2025
NATURE ONE is a 5 day wild bush skills adventure that will rock your world by introducing you to the magic of survival skills, nature awareness & deep nature connection.
All of the skills you learn will keep you alive in the wilderness and radically enliven your camping adventures.
Wild Village AUTUMN 2025 Family Camp - FULLY BOOKED
WILD VILLAGE FAMILY CAMPS are an invitation for kids and their families to explore the natural world, play with earth-based skills and be deeply nourished through village connection.
Men's Vision Quest - Solo Wilderness Retreat - Early Bird OPEN!
We are thrilled to be offering a MEN’S ONLY Vision Quest in May this year. This will be a unique opportunity for men to gather and seek a deep initiation into the power of their life’s purpose and wild masculinity.
BARE Weaving 3 Day Retreat
3 Day Weaving Retreat which immerses you in your creative weaving mojo!
Learn the art of harvesting natives for basketry, 2 strand weaving (free hand twining), natural dyes and bark string.
Vision Quest Protector Training - EARLY BIRD OPEN
Vision Quest Protector training is a comprehensive and intense 9 day training to learn the skills necessary to be a Vision Quest Facilitator & Protector.
At the completion of your training you will be able to build a program based business as a Vision Quest facilitator in your local community.
Mäpuru Arnhem Land - Men's and Women's Trips - ENQUIRIES OPEN for 2025
The men and women of Mäpuru offer these inspirational 10-day workshops which are facilitated under the wise mentorship of the Mäpuru Homelands Community elders.
Nature ONE, Spring - October 2024 - BOOK NOW!
NATURE ONE is a 5 day wild bush skills adventure that will rock your world by introducing you to the magic of survival skills, nature awareness & deep nature connection.
All of the skills you learn will keep you alive in the wilderness and radically enliven your camping adventures.
7 Day Sit Spot Challenge Online - 20th ANNIVERSARY FREE PROGRAM
Join this awesome FREE 7 DAY ONLINE CHALLENGE!
Sit Spots are a deep nature connection practice that transforms your connection to the natural world!
Wild Village SPRING Family Camp - FULLY BOOKED
WILD VILLAGE FAMILY CAMPS are an invitation for kids and their families to explore the natural world, play with earth-based skills and be deeply nourished through village connection.
The Huntress Weekend - FULLY BOOKED
The Huntress is an empowering women’s weekend exploring ethical bow hunting, archery skills, nature connection, weaving and storytelling.
Women's Vision Quest - Solo Wilderness Retreat - FULLY BOOKED
We are thrilled to be offering a WOMEN’S ONLY Vision Quest in August 2024. This will be a unique opportunity for women to gather and seek a deep initiation into the power of their life’s purpose and wild feminine essence.
Wild Village WINTER Family Camp - Last Minute Bookings Open!
WILD VILLAGE FAMILY CAMPS are an invitation for kids and their families to explore the natural world, play with earth-based skills and be deeply nourished through village connection.
Nature TWO
Nature TWO will take your tribal experience of nature connection to a whole new and epic level!
We will cover a range of new hands on skills, dive more deeply into body movement and start to explore the use of survival immersions as a powerful pathway for Deep Nature Connection.
Men's Vision Quest - Solo Wilderness Retreat
We are thrilled to be offering a MEN’S ONLY Vision Quest in May this year. This will be a unique opportunity for men to gather and seek a deep initiation into the power of their life’s purpose and wild masculinity.
Wild Village Family Camp, April 2024 - FULLY BOOKED
WILD VILLAGE FAMILY CAMPS are an invitation for kids and their families to explore the natural world, play with earth-based skills and be deeply nourished through village connection.
Nature ONE, Autumn - March 2024
NATURE ONE is a 5 day wild bush skills adventure that will rock your world by introducing you to the magic of survival skills, nature awareness & deep nature connection.
All of the skills you learn will keep you alive in the wilderness and radically enliven your camping adventures.
Wild Village Pathways Program - In Process
If you are ready to create ripples of connected culture with like-minded humans we invite you to join us on the Wild Village Pathways Program.
BARE Weaving 5 Day Women's Retreat
5 Day Weaving Retreat which immerses you in your creative weaving mojo!
Learn the art of harvesting NSW natives for basketry, 2 strand weaving (free hand twining), a range of phenomenal natural dyes and bark string.
BARE Weaving 3 Day Retreat
3 Day Weaving Retreat which immerses you in your creative weaving mojo!
Learn the art of harvesting natives for basketry, 2 strand weaving (free hand twining), natural dyes and bark string.
Nature ONE, Spring - FULLY BOOKED
NATURE ONE is a 5 day wild bush skills adventure that will rock your world by introducing you to the magic of survival skills, nature awareness & deep nature connection.
All of the skills you learn will keep you alive in the wilderness and radically enliven your camping adventures.
Vision Quest - Solo Wilderness Retreat - BOOKINGS OPEN
The Vision Quest is a sacred healing journey which powerfully reveals your personal truth and spiritual clarity. Nature Philosophy's Vision Quest is an 8 day program, which includes 4 days and nights immersed in solo ceremony with wild nature.
Wild Village SPRING Family Camp - FULLY BOOKED
WILD VILLAGE FAMILY CAMPS are an invitation for kids and their families to explore the natural world, play with earth-based skills and be deeply nourished through village connection.
Vision Quest Protector Training - FULLY BOOKED
Vision Quest Protector training is a comprehensive and intense 9 day training to learn the skills necessary to be a Vision Quest Facilitator & Protector.
At the completion of your training you will be able to build a program based business as a Vision Quest facilitator in your local community.
Wild Village WINTER Family Camp - FULLY BOOKED
WILD VILLAGE FAMILY CAMPS are an invitation for kids and their families to explore the natural world, play with earth-based skills and be deeply nourished through village connection.
Women's Vision Quest - Solo Wilderness Retreat - 2 spots available
We are thrilled to be offering a WOMEN’S ONLY Vision Quest in May 2023. This will be a unique opportunity for women to gather and seek a deep initiation into the power of their life’s purpose and wild feminine essence.
BARE Weaving 3 Day Retreat - BOOKINGS OPEN
3 Day Weaving Retreat which immerses you in your creative weaving mojo!
Learn the art of harvesting natives for basketry, 2 strand weaving (free hand twining), natural dyes and bark string.
Sit Spot Immersion - Online
Transform your connection to nature and tribe with this 7-week supported deep dive into your Sit Spot practice.
Wild Village Family Camp, April 2023 - FULLY BOOKED
WILD VILLAGE FAMILY CAMPS are an invitation for kids and their families to explore the natural world, play with earth-based skills and be deeply nourished through village connection.
Nature ONE, Autumn - March 2023 - FULL Y BOOKED
NATURE ONE is a 5 day wild bush skills adventure that will rock your world by introducing you to the magic of survival skills, nature awareness & deep nature connection.
All of the skills you learn will keep you alive in the wilderness and radically enliven your camping adventures.
7 Day Sit Spot Challenge Online - FREE PROGRAM
Join this awesome FREE 7 DAY ONLINE CHALLENGE!
Sit Spots are a deep nature connection practice that transforms your connection to the natural world!
BARE Weaving 5 Day Women's Retreat
5 Day Weaving Retreat which immerses you in your creative weaving mojo!
Learn the art of harvesting NSW natives for basketry, 2 strand weaving (free hand twining), a range of phenomenal natural dyes and bark string.
GIFT VOUCHERS
Ready to gift a loved one a chance to join one of our programs in 2023?
You can now purchase a beautifully designed gift voucher to print out and place under the Christmas tree!
Click here to learn more…
Seven Levels of Quest - FULLY BOOKED
The Seven Levels of Quest encompass the total knowledge and experience of the Vision Quest.
These Quest practices have the capacity to free the seeker from the "modern mind" and powerfully initiate us into oneness & mystical awareness.
BARE Weaving 3 Day Retreat - String and Jewelry
3 Day Weaving Retreat which immerses you in your creative weaving mojo!
An in depth string training - covering native plant identification, collection and processing, natural dyes, 2 & 3 strand string bag techniques, decorations, jewellery making and back strap loom weaving.
Men's Vision Quest - Solo Wilderness Retreat
We are thrilled to be offering a MEN’S ONLY Vision Quest in November this year. This will be a unique opportunity for men to gather and seek a deep initiation into the power of their life’s purpose and wild masculinity.
Nature ONE, Spring - 2022 FULLY BOOKED
NATURE ONE is a 5 day wild bush skills adventure that will rock your world by introducing you to the magic of survival skills, nature awareness & deep nature connection.
All of the skills you learn will keep you alive in the wilderness and radically enliven your camping adventures.