14 Ways to Help You Be at One with Nature

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel disconnected from nature. However, as naturalist John Muir once said, “Keep close to Nature’s heart.” If you’re looking to break away from urban life and reconnect with the great outdoors, here are 14 ways to help you be at one with nature.

1. Use our amazing car-camping list: Forest Technology instructor John Caldwell shares his list of supplies to make your camping experience a bit smoother.

2. Go public: Learn how to have an off-grid camping adventure safely and respectfully on public land in Alberta.

3. Build a fire from anything, anywhere, safely: Get all fired up with blaze-building instructions from Forest Technology instructor Chris Klitbo.

4. Save on gas: Follow fuel-efficiency tips from Automotive Service Technician grads to save on gasoline during your travels.

5. Know your fish: Pick up a fish identification guide written by a Biological Sciences Technology grad to avoid fines from wildlife officers.

6. Make a wasp trap: Learn how to build an inexpensive trap to keep aggressive wasps away from your campsite.

7. Avoid a bear attack: Stay safe in bear country with tips from Forest Technology experts on how to avoid unexpected encounters.

8. Avoid food poisoning: Follow food safety tips from a former NAIT sous chef to keep bacteria out of your cooler.

9. Make some fancy bread: Try a delicious campfire bread recipe from a Culinary Arts instructor for a gourmet camping treat.

10. Pack properly for the backcountry: Learn from a veteran long-haul hiker essential items to bring on your backcountry hike.

11. Get lost in a good book: Check out Parks Canada veteran Rob Kaye’s memoir for entertaining insights into the backcountry.

12. Don’t get lost in the wilderness: Stay safe in the wilderness with tips on how to find your way back from a Forest Technology instructor.

13. Watch out for ticks: Protect yourself from tick bites and Lyme disease with tips from a Biological Sciences Technology instructor.

14. Get there and back safely: Ensure your vehicle is prepared for a road trip with a five-point DIY inspection from an Automotive Service Technician instructor.

By following these tips, you can make the most of your time in nature and wash your spirit clean, just as John Muir advised. So pack your bags, hit the road, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the great outdoors.