This activity works best in genuine darkness.
Without focusing on leaves, look closely at a variety of trees, noticing their overall shape, height, and whether the trunk is straight or twisted.
Using a selection of seasonal wild teas, invite the learners to taste each one in turn.
Choose a safe, accessible trail with plenty of varied sensory experiences.
Gather the learners and divide them into pairs.
Find a level, hazard free area, ideally with a tree or other landmark about thirty paces from a start line.
Pick flowers on a dry day, ideally in the morning once any dew has evaporated.
Think of a moment worth celebrating, such as the change of a season, a solstice, a birthday, or a day that means something to you, like a day connected to nature.
Split the group into smaller groups of five to seven and ask each group to stand in a circle.
Choose a quiet, natural location rich in bird life, such as a woodland edge, meadow, park or waterside, ideally with a mix of habitats to attract different species.