Mindful Wild Steps

Illustration of a red fox sitting upright with a white-tipped tail, facing to the right.

Black footprints with white speckles on a black background.

A young girl wearing a yellow shirt and a tutu skirt stands on the ground with her arms extended toward a child sitting on a tire swing hanging from a large tree. The child on the tire swing wears a vest and shorts and has blonde hair. The scene is o

A group of children gathered around a makeshift shelter constructed from sticks and branches in a wooded outdoor area, with one boy in the foreground examining or working on the shelter.

Children playing with blue kinetic sand in large black trays, shaping and filling silicone molds at a table.

Child painting with colorful paints on a cardboard with paint bowls on a grassy outdoor area, with other children and a tent in the background.

Children and adults at a table outdoors making sensory play with dirt and rocks, with various small containers and tools on the table.

Children and an adult creating finger painting art on large sheets of paper outdoors, with paint and brushes scattered on the table.

Children playing in a shallow pond on a grassy field with trees in the background and a cloudy sky.

Children and an adult gathered around an outdoor wooden kitchen set in a forest, cooking and playing with kitchen utensils and food.

Child holding a piece of decomposing organic material outdoors, with another similar piece on a table nearby, surrounded by fallen leaves.

A woman and two children walking through a dry, wooded area with trees and shrubbery, all wearing sun hats.

Four children wearing orange safety vests hiking on a rocky trail surrounded by trees and bushes.

Children making individual pizzas with toppings on a wooden table outdoors.

Two young girls working outdoors near a small pine tree, inspecting a watering device attached to a wooden fence post, in a dirt and grass field during daytime.

Two young girls holding hands and walking on a dirt trail surrounded by dry leaves and Timothy grass in a forested area.

A child and an adult kneeling on a grass area next to a patterned outdoor mat, engaging with wooden toys and blocks. The child wears a hat with a colorful pattern and is reaching towards a small wooden structure, while the adult is wearing a wide-bri

Two children are sitting on a gray carpeted floor, working on diagrams or worksheets with circles and drawings. One child is writing while the other observes.

Children playing in the dirt outdoors, with one girl in a grey shirt holding a tray and others sitting or standing nearby, surrounded by black plastic containers and natural items like pinecones.

Children and an adult sitting around a table outdoors, drawing and coloring pictures of animals using various art supplies.

Three children wearing hats, crouching and exploring on a large rock in an outdoor rocky area.

People, including children and adults, working together to tend to plants inside a greenhouse. Some are watering, others are planting seeds, with gardening tools and supplies around them.

Person holding a bowl of white fluffy material, possibly whipped cream or frosting, with a spoon in it, outdoors on a gravel surface.

Child standing on rocky riverbank touching water with assistance from an adult, surrounded by other people.

A young girl in yellow pajamas with black animal prints is sitting on a patterned outdoor mat, playing with white clay or dough, with a woman nearby. Items like a piece of paper, a cup, and a plastic bag are visible around them.

Two children breaking glass from a flower bouquet with hammers on dry grass.

A young girl with dark hair, wearing a white t-shirt, orange life jacket, and beige shorts, crouching in a shallow rocky creek, holding a plastic water bottle, and reaching into the water with her hand.

Two children spray paint on large cardboard sheets mounted on a wire fence in an open field during daytime.

A child making a paper craft collage of flowers with paper cutouts, textured with white paint or crumpled paper, on a black background, labeled with words like 'Please,' 'Excuse Me,' 'Thank You,' and 'Sorry.'

Children and an adult exploring a nature area near a small creek, some children are wearing hats and boots, others are collecting items and observing the surroundings.

Two children standing at a table outside, engaging in a craft activity, with containers of small objects and craft tools on the table.

A bundle of various fallen leaves tied together with thin rubber bands, placed on a tree branch in a natural outdoor setting.

Child wearing a pink jacket decorated with multicolored sequins scooping butter from a yellow tub onto a stick.

A tabletop with rusty sticks and wire racks on it, set outdoors on a patterned rug with grass and shadows in the background.

A marshmallow being toasted over an open flame on a campfire with logs and sticks burning.

Child lying inside a teal teepee-style tent, reading a book outdoors in a park or forested area.

Child lying in a colorful hammock tied between two trees in a dry, wooded area with sparse grass and dirt ground. A person walking in the background among trees.

Six glass jars filled with colorful water and painted paper towels, each with a different colored handle, arranged on a weathered wooden picnic table outdoors. Several children and adults are nearby, engaging in a craft activity.

A person wearing a tan sweatshirt reaching into a small plastic container of blue beads on a table with craft supplies. On the table are additional containers of beads in white, black, and brown, along with a thick paper sheet with text, some of whic

Children and adults participating in an outdoor storytelling session on a blanket in a wooded park area.

Two children sitting on a wooden bench in a forest, looking through binoculars and holding a cup, dressed in outdoor clothing.

Four small biodegradable pots filled with soil and sprouting miniature green seedlings, placed on a clear plastic surface with condensation.

Two people walking through a grassy clearing surrounded by tall trees in a forested landscape under an overcast sky.

Two young children playing outdoors in a grassy area, with one bending down and the other standing, both wearing casual clothes and hats.

Children exploring a large fallen tree with branches forming a teepee-like structure in a forested area.

A paper with a tree outline and colorful paint on the branches, with the words 'Everyone Belongs' at the top, clipped to a clothesline with clothespins.

Three children sitting on an orange striped rug, playing with modeling clay and small trays, with plush sunflower pillows around them.

A man with dreadlocks and a young boy hair working on a wooden pallet in an outdoor setting with metal fencing and dirt ground.

A young girl in a pink dress with white and beige pattern holding a jar with a string and a light inside it

A young girl with red hair sitting on the ground, stirring paint in a bowl with a stick, surrounded by bowls of orange, yellow, and red paint, on a black tarp outdoors.

Child with long, red hair planting a small green plant in a garden bed with soil, near a wooden fence.

A young girl with red hair, wearing a white shirt and gray pants, is sitting on the ground outdoors, using a tool to examine or dig in the dry, grassy soil surrounded by dead leaves and twigs.

A wooden table with orange reflective safety vest, black binoculars, flashcards featuring animals and nature themes, a magnifying glass, and a small bag. In the background, there is a box with a sign.

Four children playing outdoors among trees and rocks on a sunny day, with a small stone structure in the dirt.

A child crouching on dirt ground with grass patches, holding a small wicker basket, and writing in a notebook that is also visible in the image.

Two children playing in a wooded area near a small teepee made of sticks, with one girl sitting and the other crouching on the ground.

A rectangular cake decorated with mixed pumpkin seeds and black beans on top, placed on a wooden table with a rolling pin and a bowl of seeds nearby.

Child arranging black berries on a weathered wooden board outdoors on green grass

Children holding hands in a circle in a park, with trees and a pavilion in the background.

Group of people having a picnic under trees in a sunny outdoor setting with cars parked in the background.

Children and adults sitting around a wooden table outdoors, some crafting with beads, string, and other art supplies.

Children creating animal handprint art on paper outdoors, surrounded by notebooks, with one child’s hand covered in brown paint, and shoes visible on grass.

A child with long blonde hair spraying water on a wooden fence outdoors on a cloudy day.

Two young girls are playing on a wooden balance beam outdoors, with one girl wearing a pink hat and the other a straw sun hat. The scene is surrounded by natural elements like rocks, trees, and wood chips.

Disassembled wooden furniture and scattered wood pieces lying on grass in a wooded area with trees and bushes.

Four children wearing green bucket hats gathered around a small white table outdoors, with various craft supplies and rocks on the table.

A woman and two young girls sitting on a black outdoor mat, engaged in writing or drawing on colorful paper strips. There are shoes in the background and craft supplies nearby.

Two children wearing hats climbing over rocks outdoors with bushes and trees in the background.

A child kneeling on an outdoor mat, placing seeds onto a white, dome-shaped geometric structure, surrounded by orange divided bowls with different types of seeds, a rolling pin, and binoculars, with other children nearby.

Two children playing with toy kitchen and camping gear outdoors on grass. One child is holding a ladle over a large metal bucket, with various toy kitchen items and containers scattered around.

Three young girls stand outdoors near a tree with bare branches, looking at paintings hung on a clothesline. The paintings appear to be landscape scenes created with pastel colors.

Children creating painted designs on rocks outdoors, with markers and painted rocks scattered on a white surface

Two children sitting on a wooden bench outdoors, drinking from bottles, in a wooded area.

Children and adults outdoors creating colorful abstract paintings on paper with paints and brushes.

Child playing with farm animal figurines on a fabric-lined wooden tray outdoors during daytime.

Children and an adult painting in a jar outdoors. Three paper plates with colorful paint and brushes are on the grass, with a glass jar and paint supplies nearby.

A group of people inside and outside a white camping tent in a forest, sitting on a patterned rug, with camping gear and boots nearby, during the daytime.

Children playing with clay and tools at a table outdoors.

A woman and a young girl are sitting on a black surface, drawing on paper with colored chalks and markers. The girl is wearing a large floral sun hat and a light-colored outfit, while the woman is wearing a gray dress. A blue container holds various

A group of children and adults planting wooden garden beds, with one girl watering the soil.

A woman kneeling on a black mat outdoors, coloring with a young girl standing in front of her. A wooden table with art supplies and coloring sheets is beside them.

Children playing a game of freeze dance outside in a grassy yard, with adults guiding and encouraging them, on a cloudy day near houses and a tent.

Animal bones arranged on a table with a display sign above showing icons of a frog, leaves, rocks, and flowers.

Three children, two girls and one boy, crouching on a grassy area near a small creek, exploring something in a container. Another child is standing near the creek in the background.

A beaded bracelet on a wooden table, with a lottery-style container filled with colorful beads labeled by days of the week, a jar holding black and white striped stir sticks, and a person holding a card with the message 'I'll always try my best to sh

A young girl with red hair swinging on a tire swing hanging from a large tree in a rural outdoor setting.

Two children and an adult gathered around a wooden table outdoors, making nature-inspired crafts with pinecones, branches, and decorated stones, on a striped outdoor rug.

Children working on a pottery or clay project at a table with multiple buckets of clay, rolling pins, and cutting tools, outside on a sunny day.

A person wearing a gray hoodie and black puffer jacket is sitting on a striped orange and white blanket outdoors, sketching on a piece of paper with a black marker. Several children and adults are nearby, sitting on similar blankets, in a yard settin

An adult woman with dreadlocks helping two children decorate cardboard box forts outdoors near a white vehicle, with art supplies scattered on a tarp on the ground.

Person using a handheld device to press flowers onto fabric for a craft project, with colorful flowers arranged on a white cloth on a wooden table.

Three pieces of cardboard with clear plastic windows displaying leaves, placed on the ground with dry grass and fallen leaves, next to a fallen tree branch.

A small, natural shelter made of twigs and sticks surrounded by grass, leaves, and small rocks in a forest setting.

Outdoor table with baskets of pinecones, paper bags, floral arrangements, and decorative plants, set on a blanket next to grassy area.

Two children, a girl and a boy, walking on rocks in a forested area with dense green foliage.

Children or people are seen at the top of the image creating a mud or clay craft activity on a black tarp outdoors. The tarp is covered with foam, muddy water, and various craft supplies including a plastic bucket filled with soil or mud, paper plate

Group of people working together planting or tending to plants in a covered outdoor garden area, with wooden pallets and black ground cover.

A group of children sitting outdoors on blankets, watching someone read a book under the trees.

Group of black truffles placed on a weathered wooden plank lying on green grass

Child with blonde hair, wearing a checkered shirt, black shorts, and muddy boots, smashing glass bottles with a sledgehammer outdoors on dry grass, surrounded by broken glass and debris.

A group of children wearing orange safety vests and hats gathered around a small creek, examining the water with a net, outdoors in nature.

Kids playing on the ground near a campsite with tents and supplies in the background.

A woman and a young child sitting on a floral quilt outdoors, with the woman reading a children's book to the child, who is looking at a paper plate with scribbles on it.

Group of five people, including children, exploring a forest trail, all wearing orange safety vests.

Table filled with small pots containing seedlings and saplings, some with with labels or plant markers, at an outdoor planting event. In the background, a person in dark clothing is partially visible, and a white folding table with papers and supplie

Group of children and adults participating in a sensory scavenger hunt in a natural outdoor setting, following a checklist of activities like jumping, climbing, balancing, crawling, throwing, rolling, and making sounds that smell good.

Children gardening at a wooden nursery, tending to potted plants on wooden shelves in a greenhouse or garden setting.

Children and adults exploring a small stream surrounded by tall grass and bushes in a natural outdoor setting, with a field and trees in the background.

Two people working together to dig up and examine a root or plant on the ground outside. One person is holding a mallet while the other is handling the plant. They are wearing gloves, warm clothing, and are surrounded by tools and soil.

Several pieces of bark and a small branch with green leaves laid on a white paper on a dark outdoor surface.

A young child wearing a knit hat, tan hoodie, and black pants is looking through a telescope outdoors on a trail near rocks and trees.

A young boy sitting on the floor, holding a tool and working on a small object, with an adult nearby observing. There is a metal container with cotton balls in front of him, and the setting appears to be a workshop or educational environment.

Four people relaxing outside a white tent on a checkered blanket in a nature setting with trees and mountains in the background.

Two young girls wearing hats and dresses play in a muddy puddle near tall grass and reeds.

Children engaging in a sensory ocean-themed activity with paper cutouts of sea creatures in a white tray, alongside wooden boxes containing cotton balls, soap, and sponges, outdoors on a white table with shadows from trees.

Two children are sitting at a weathered wooden table, each holding a striped paper cup with a hot beverage. One child is wearing a pink sweatshirt with colorful sleeve details and is drinking from their cup. The other child is wearing a fluffy unicor

Six children sitting on a wooden bench outdoors, overlooking a hilly landscape with trees and fields under a cloudy sky.

A group of people hiking through a forested area with tall trees and bushes, including a young girl with long hair and brown leggings in the foreground.

Person holding a transparent sheet with pressed flowers and leaves on a wooden table.

Outdoor scene with a small table supporting two baskets filled with flowers, a black tarp on the grass with various tools and supplies, and a plastic tray with colorful flowers and greenery.

Children working on an outdoor art project with clay and natural materials at a table covered in white paper and crumpled paper scraps.

Littered trash on dry grass, including several hammers, a white cup, a clear plastic cup, and small scattered rocks and twigs.

Children engaging in outdoor finger painting on paper with leaves and paint, seated on a blue and white patterned mat with a doll nearby.

Children roasting marshmallows over a campfire with an adult supervising, sitting on the ground with wood stacked nearby.

Two children playing with toy animals and a camera under a makeshift shelter made of tree branches in a forest.

Children and adults wearing orange safety vests walking through a dry, wooded area with trees and plants.

A series of rusty, peeling metal sheets hanging on a line in a rural field with grass, bushes, and a tree in the background.

Children engaging in a craft activity at a table outdoors, surrounded by pinecones, twigs, and natural materials.

Child painting a glass jar with orange, purple, and cream colors outdoors, with paints and palettes on the grass.

Children inside a green camping tent in a wooded area during daytime.

A woman and a young girl at an outdoor table, examining some natural objects, with sticks and a basket containing greenery and twigs, on a sunny day.

Two people are standing in a shallow stream, holding hands, water up to their ankles, with visible rocks beneath the water.

A young girl and an adult woman outdoors examining various dried flowers and plants on a white board, with a small hammer and a thermos nearby.

A group of children playing tug-of-war with a long rope outdoors on a grassy field, supervised by an adult, with trees and parked cars in the background.

Person holding a small Christmas cracker wrapped in orange paper with black designs. A small dog is visible in the background, lying on a table with a white tablecloth and various items.

A young girl peeks inside a small, makeshift tent in an outdoor setting, with various people and activity in the background.

Child sitting on yellow flower-shaped cushion on a picnic blanket, drawing in a notebook with colored pens, wearing a large sun hat and floral leggings, surrounded by a water bottle, lunch box, and other picnic items outdoors.

A group of children and adults gathered around a table outdoors, enjoying a picnic with plates and food, in a natural park setting with trees and grass.

Woman and two children roasting marshmallows over an outdoor campfire in a forest setting with camping gear around them.

Two children and one adult sitting on a striped blanket outdoors, reading and drawing in books, with trees and hills in the background.

Child painting a paper plate with orange and yellow paint using a brush, surrounded by bowls of paint and a paper plate nearby.

A person climbing a large, old tree with thick, textured bark, climbing between two main branches.

Two young girls walking hand in hand on a dirt trail through a wooded area, with one dressed in a pink tracksuit and the other in a ladybug costume.

A young girl in a yellow jacket stirs a boiling pot using a long utensil outdoors on a black surface, with a fire burning in a metal container nearby. In the background, a person stands near a picnic blanket with various items scattered on it.

Two young girls planting seedlings in small biodegradable pots at a gardening station outdoors, surrounded by gardening tools and supplies.

A group of children and an adult sitting at a table outdoors, engaged in nature-inspired coloring and craft activities using paper, colored pencils, and natural materials.

Child coloring a turkey illustration with crayons on a sheet of paper, surrounded by coloring supplies, on a wooden table.

Two children with blonde hair, a girl and a boy, are outdoors near a metal fence with pink, purple, and red watercolor paintings hanging on it. The girl in a pink shirt and patterned pants is drawing on one of the paintings, while the boy in a gray s

Children and adults at a camping site, with a tent in the background, engaged in crafts and activities outside

Children building a small campfire with sticks in a grassy area.

Five children and two adults walking across a grassy field with trees and a fence in the background.

Three children kneeling on a yellow blanket outdoors, engaging with a small model of trees and grass in a garden setting.

A small outdoor fire pit with burning logs and sticks, with some objects being roasted over the fire.

Group of women and children having a picnic or outdoor activity on a large blanket in a park, with toys and snacks around.

Four children wearing hats exploring a dirt trail surrounded by green plants in a natural setting.

A man and a boy planting seedlings in a garden bed outdoor, with gardening tools and soil.

People walking near a tree and a dry grassy area in a park on a sunny day

People gathered around a wooden outdoor table making fall-themed craft decorations with paper, ribbon, and glue, surrounded by craft supplies.

A young child dressed in a gray sun hat and orange sweater holding a blue bowl filled with water and straw, standing at a wooden outdoor workbench with tools, on a ground covered with wood chips and sawdust.

Children working on a craft project involving flowers and fabric tote bags on a wooden table.

A small framed picture of autumn leaves, hung on a wooden stick with strings, outdoors in a natural setting with dry grass and foliage in the background.

Group of children and adults sitting on grass near a sign in a natural outdoor setting with trees and tall grasses, some children dressed warmly with hats and jackets, some seated on the ground, engaged in an outdoor activity or lesson.

Two people working with a long, twisted branch or vine on the ground, with hands and equipment visible, in an outdoor grassy area.

A person with long blonde hair gardening outdoors, using a small trowel to dig in the soil. There is a bucket with water or mud, a white strainer, and a small scoop nearby on the ground with grass and dirt.

A young girl and a boy are sitting on a black surface outdoors, painting with watercolor paints. The girl is holding a paintbrush, and the boy is reaching into a paint palette. There is a white paper with some artwork and writing on it nearby.

Three children sitting on a hammock tied between two trees in a wooded outdoor area, with a camping tent and people in the background.

Outdoor scene with a patterned quilt on the ground, a wooden pallet table surrounded by tires, and items like a backpack, flowers in a vase, kettle, and bowls under a tree.

A young girl outdoors holding two pots with soil and wooden labels, smiling with her eyes closed, wearing gloves and rain boots.

A table outdoors with handmade wreaths, sticks, feathers, and greenery for a craft activity.

Children peeling colored foam beads from a black tray outdoors on dirt ground.

A person holding a cardboard frame decorated with various leaves and flowers outdoors, with a grassy field, trees, and parked cars in the background.

Child wearing an orange and gray outfit with a floral hat, sitting on an orange mat with white stripes, playing with torn pieces of green and blue paper on paper plates and a black piece of paper.

Inside a greenhouse with hanging and potted flowering plants, wooden pallets, and a dirt and black plastic-covered floor.

Child wearing a cardboard pirate hat and purple dress with rainbow pattern painting outdoors on grass, with watercolor paints, brushes, a watercolor pad, and a plastic container nearby.

Three bundles made of small cans filled with leaves, twigs, and natural materials, tied with a string, hanging in a forest. A person in a yellow jacket and pink pants is walking in the background.

Handmade craft items on a table, including a painted rainbow on cardboard, a rolled piece of paper with a floral design, and various markers.

Children exploring a creek in a park, with adults in the background on a grassy hill and trees surrounding the area.

A wooden container with a floral blanket inside holding several toy horses and a horse figurine.

Child wearing a raincoat and hat wading in a small creek, holding a doll, with grassy and wooded area in the background.

Three children sitting among pine tree branches with pine cones.

People sitting on grass, harvesting fresh blackberries into buckets and bowls.

People assembling a floral arrangement on a wooden table with flowers, leaves, a hammer, and fabric with pressed flowers.

Children and an adult sitting around a picnic table outdoors, participating in a craft activity involving small beads or stones, with supplies like buckets, tools, and a magazine on the table.

Two people are planting succulents in a glass jar on a wooden table, with one person holding the jar and the other pouring soil from a small white container.

Children measuring a tree trunk with a measuring tape during an outdoor activity.

Children painting colorful leaves on paper trees with the words 'Everyone Belongs' at an outdoor gathering.

Children and adult playing with toy construction vehicles outdoors on dirt in a wooded area, all wearing orange safety vests and hats.

Children sitting on flower-shaped cushions listening to a storyteller under a canopy at an outdoor event.

Two decorative hanging lanterns with autumn leaf motifs, hanging on a wire fence outdoors during sunset.

Children watching a small controlled fire in a metal box outdoors. The scene takes place on a patch of ground with a black mat, surrounded by children, some wearing rain boots and safety vests, likely participating in an educational activity about fi

A young boy sitting on a blanket outdoors with toy trucks, a stuffed animal, a children's book, and wooden blocks, playing with the blocks and toy trucks.

A group of children and an adult gathered around a table outdoors, involved in arts and crafts activities, with craft supplies on a colorful tablecloth.

Child crouching on grass, building a small shelter with sticks and branches, outdoors during daytime.

Two children at a white outdoor table making crafts with paper plates, pipe cleaners, and black construction paper. The table has various craft supplies including scissors, glue sticks, and paper plates. The setting is outdoors on grassy ground with

Two children playing under a large, old tree in a grassy field. One child is on a tire swing hanging from the tree, and the other stands on the ground watching.

Group of children and adults sitting on a large outdoor blanket, engaged in prayer or meditation in a park or open field with trees and grass in the background.

A group of children and an adult exploring a shallow creek surrounded by rocks and tall grass.

Young children gathered around a wooden table outdoors, engaging in a pretend cooking activity with bowls, bottles, and utensils, under dappled sunlight.

Four decorative paper flowers in pink, blue, and white with floral patterns, floating on a shallow rocky stream with branches, leaves, and rocks visible underwater.

Children are painting small wooden or cardboard canvases outdoors at a table, using brushes and paints. The table is covered with art supplies including paint, glue, scissors, and paper.

Two young children sitting at a rustic wooden table outdoors, with adults seated nearby, surrounded by nature.

Children and adults sitting on a black mat inside a tent, engaged in sorting small cereal pieces into wooden boxes.

Two children, one wearing pink sunglasses, are kneeling on the grass and building a small teepee with sticks and leaves during outdoor play.

Four children are painting small wooden boards outdoors on a black tarp, with paint palettes and brushes, on a sunny day.

A young child in a black raincoat standing in muddy water outdoors, holding a cup, with a bucket nearby.

Person observing a butterfly through a mesh net enclosure outdoors.

Two children are sitting on an orange striped mat, coloring and working on worksheets with colorful markers. One child is wearing a gray checkered jacket, and the other is in a blue hoodie. More markers are scattered nearby.

Three young children wearing sun hats, standing outdoors on a dirt ground, looking at an artist's painting on an easel.

A young girl with blonde hair wearing a purple hoodie and patterned leggings walking on a dirt trail through a wooded area with trees and fallen branches.

A small metal portable stove outdoors with fire burning, cooking with sticks and other items placed over the flames.

Two children playing outdoors near a makeshift wooden and metal kitchen set, one drawing with chalk and the other pretending to cook, both wearing sun hats and boots.

A white fabric sheet hanging on a wooden A-frame structure outdoors on a lawn, with colorful spray bottles lined up at the base and trees in the background.

A young girl wearing a white T-shirt, colorful polka-dot leggings, hiking shoes, and a wide-brimmed hat exploring a natural outdoor setting with rocky cliffs and dry grasses.

A young girl in pajamas standing outside near colorful yoga mats arranged in a circle on the ground, with trees and a pile of tires in the background.

Canvas tent with colorful abstract artwork outside in a wooded area, with a soccer ball on the ground nearby.

Circle of handmade, decorated paper crafts with colorful drawings and designs on a patch of grass

Child painting outdoors with various colors of paint on paper plates, using a paintbrush, while sitting on grass.

Child holding small animal bones and dried leaves over dirt ground outdoors.

A group of people, including children, sitting on mats and blankets outdoors on a cloudy day, participating in a gathering or class on a dirt field with trees in the background.

A young child with blond hair, wearing a reddish-orange jacket with prints, holding a checkered cup filled with a drink, standing outdoors on grassy and muddy ground.

A young child with curly hair, wearing a white long-sleeve shirt and colorful pajama pants, is painting on a cardboard surface outdoors. The child is holding a paintbrush and has splattered white paint on the cardboard, which is attached to a wire fe

Child with red hair wearing a paper animal mask, standing outdoors in a park.

Child wearing a black star-patterned jacket, holding binoculars, with shorts and colorful rain boots, standing on a brick pathway.

A white textured oval ornament with a small carrot and pink feather, green embroidered grass, and a green embroidered word 'Daisy,' hanging by a string on a brown surface.

Pressed flowers and petals arranged on pieces of white paper, on a wooden table surrounded by scattered real flowers and leaves.

Two children are reaching towards a row of black mushrooms growing on a fallen log in an outdoor grassy area.

Child lying on the grass outdoors, reaching into a metal pot with a handle, surrounded by grass and trees in the background.

Child holding a piece of bread with white cream or frosting on top, kneeling on a black surface with some orange and black cables nearby.

Child assembling a collage of autumn leaves on white paper at a wooden table outdoors.

A young child with curly blonde hair in a blue shirt with white hearts, sitting on a tire swing in a rural outdoor setting with trees and hills in the background.

Two people walking through tall dry grass in a field, with a leafless tree and green shrub nearby under a cloudy sky.

A child's feet standing barefoot on dry grass and leaves, wearing colorful floral-patterned pants and holding a plush toy.

A young girl sitting on a large rock outdoors, holding a magnifying glass and examining nature with another person holding a second magnifying glass inspecting rocks or plants nearby.

A boy in a gray hoodie and black pants jumping over a small creek in a park with trees and rocks, during daytime.

Four children wearing orange safety vests, hats, and binoculars, sitting on logs in a dry, grassy area and observing something through their binoculars.

Two decorated cardboard tubes wrapped with patterned paper, secured with a large white bow and a clothespin, on a rough outdoor surface.

A collection of autumn leaves, feathers, peach-colored flowers, a pine cone, and pine tree branch arranged on a wireframe grid on a beige surface.

A wooden table outdoors with several sheets of paper covered in paint and flower prints, surrounded by scattered flowers and leaves, with tools including a roller and scraper nearby.

Child kneeling on the ground, stirring a bowl of flour with a spoon, surrounded by scattered flour, with another child sitting nearby holding a red cup with flour, on a black surface.

A young girl with light brown hair tied with a white bow, wearing a pink shirt, is squatting and looking closely at pink and white flowers in a garden.

Child planting a strawberry in a garden bed with soil.

Two children are kneeling on grass, examining a blue tray filled with blackberries. They are outdoors, with some dirt on their hands, and a bag of gardening supplies is partially visible on the right.

Children and adults wearing orange safety vests exploring a rocky stream in a forest.

A bird feeder made of a cardboard tube covered in sunflower seeds, hanging from a string in a grassy park with trees in the background.

A woman and child planting succulents in glass jars on a wooden table outdoors.

Three young girls painting on sheets of paper hanging on a clothesline outdoors in a grassy field with hills and trees in the background.

A group of young children and an adult sitting and crouching on a grassy field, engaging in an outdoor activity. The children wear hats and casual clothing, and the adult appears to be guiding or assisting them.

Two children playing in a small shallow creek surrounded by grass and rocks.

A woman with glasses working on an outdoor craft project at a wooden table, surrounded by pinecones, branches, and crafting supplies.

A young child standing outdoors on grass, looking at paper and plastic bottles hanging on a clothesline, which have colorful paint splashes and drips.

A young girl painting with watercolors on a table outdoors, with paint trays, brushes, and water containers nearby.

Two young children wearing orange safety vests walking on grass, carrying a basket of sticks

Through nature, we heal; through connection, we grow.

Stylized sunflower with yellow petals and concentric black circle spiral at the center.

Helping families thrive in Lutruwita (Tasmania, Australia)

At Mindful Wild Steps, we create meaningful outdoor learning experiences that connect families with nature, nurture a sense of belonging and support holistic growth.

We offer weekly Wild Steps sessions for homeschooling families with children aged 4 to 13+ and Mindful Mini sessions for children aged 0 to 4 in Mangalore.

We also run statewide Single Sessions, ConnectDAD workshops for dads and Wildcrafting Women gatherings for women.

You’ll also find downloadable content, free activity ideas and more.

Our focus is on mental health, whole-child wellbeing, sustainability, community building and fostering a love for the natural world.

Through nature, we heal; through connection, we grow.

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Wild Steps

Our weekly Wild Steps sessions are designed to nurture the whole child, inspire connection with nature and a sense of community. Designed for home educating families with children 4 - 13+.

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Mindful Minis

Mindful Minis sessions for children aged 0 - 4 offer a gentle introduction to nature through sensory play and exploration, nurturing a love for the outdoors. Perfect for early years or families planning for school later on.

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Single Sessions

Our single sessions can be held anywhere in Tasmania, perfect for introducing families to the benefits of outdoor learning. We usually run these on weekends or in the school holidays so all families can come along.

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Meet The Team

Jaya Fox

I’m Jaya, a nature-loving mum of four wildlings aged 2 to 14 and the founder of Mindful Wild Steps. For the past three years, I’ve been creating spaces where families can connect; with nature, with community, and with themselves.
With a background as a Holistic Health Practitioner, an Introduction to Forest School Certificate, and a Certificate in Applied Developmental Psychology, I’m passionate about blending holistic health, outdoor learning, and exploration. I’ll also be furthering my studies with a Forest School Level 3 Certificate and a counselling degree, with a focus on offering nature-based support for children.
Living with ADHD myself has taught me the importance of creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive.
At Mindful Wild Steps, I live by the belief that through nature, we heal; through connection, we grow. I’m so grateful to walk this journey with the incredible families who make up our community and I can’t wait to see what’s ahead.
Founding Facilitator
Josh Willemsen

I’m Josh, a dad to two young daughters, a stepdad to two more, and one of the facilitators at Mindful Wild Steps. I’ve spent the past few years working as a support worker, mainly with men, and hold a certificate in Introduction to Male Psychology.
Growing up camping, fishing and exploring the outdoors gave me a deep respect for nature and community. I believe in the importance of creating spaces where families, especially dads and their kids, can connect, slow down and just be themselves.
Through my work and life experiences, I’ve seen first hand how connection, support, and simple outdoor experiences can strengthen bonds and mental health.
At Mindful Wild Steps, I’m passionate about helping families build these moments together, while growing a community that feels like home.
Facilitator
Olive Clark

I’m Olive, a nature-loving mum of six and one of the facilitators here at Mindful Wild Steps. After 17 years in Melbourne, my family and I relocated to rural Tasmania to embrace a simpler, more connected lifestyle. I now homeschool my youngest son, Zane, and our days are deeply grounded in cultural practices, daily rituals, and connection to the land.
I’m a Traditional Māori Healer, Reiki Master Practitioner, Spirit Breathwork Facilitator and hold certificates in Master Holistic Counselling and Aboriginal Cultural Safety Awareness Training. Through my work, I aim to lift the life force of both people and place.
I believe that creating spaces where children can thrive through nature, play, and community is essential for their growth and well-being.
At Mindful Wild Steps, I’m honoured to walk alongside families, offering support, strength and shared connection as we journey together.
Facilitator
Carissa Jacobson

I’m Carissa, a creative soul, nature-lover and proud mum of two wild-hearted kids. After years in customer service and aged care, I embraced life as a stay-at-home mum, reconnecting with nature and rediscovering my creative passions.
I spend my days wandering through forests, kayaking, crafting whimsical jewellery with foraged treasures and finding magic in the everyday. My background in community volunteering and my love for music, storytelling and the outdoors are at the heart of everything I do.
Moving from Melbourne to Tasmania felt like coming home, and I’m passionate about helping families reconnect to the earth, to free play and to each other in a world that often feels too fast.
At Mindful Wild Steps, I feel so grateful to help create a space where curiosity, creativity and community can bloom.
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As someone who suffers from social anxiety, it can be hard to find spaces where both I and my child feel comfortable. But Wild Steps has provided exactly that, a very relaxed and welcoming environment. The kids are free to be kids and explore nature, while the parents have space to connect too. It’s been a really wonderful experience.
Josh is more than just a dad in my eyes. As I mentioned to Josh on Friday, I notice his weekly efforts in connecting "meaningfully" with the bigger kids. Josh connects not only with the families in general but also with the big kids. He finds something special to the individual kid to chat about. I truly appreciate this special effort he makes. Thank you, Josh!
Oh also my son said wow there were dads there I was like yeah he goes its always the mums taking children I said yes and he goes it was nice to see dads there and they were all nice. I never thought of it until he said about it think that made it more relaxing for him seeing males doing what society only see mums doing. You have created such a great space for all thank you for allowing us to be apart of it xx
I wanted to let you all know how much today felt like "coming home" for us. That sounds corny doesn't it? I loved catching up with the kids and parents.
Joining Wild Steps has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family. From the very first session, we were struck by the positive atmosphere and the sense of community. Jaya does such an amazing job of creating a space where the children feel free to explore and learn at their own pace. Our child has gained so much confidence and developed new life skills that we’ve seen carry over into their everyday life. We especially appreciate how the sessions foster a genuine connection with nature while also encouraging social interaction. It’s been a truly rewarding experience for all of us.
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We love coming to Bush school, Beautiful space, always friendly faces, great energy and the kids love the activities set for the day .
[Josh] He doesn't have to make conversation, but he does. And that's an exceptional individual right there <3 The world needs more like Josh. Mr N adores him! There's so many things to love about Mindful Wild Steps and this is just another one.
I just love the concept of your group and think what you are doing for the Wildlings is amazing. We are a very lucky group.
I love what you're doing and that you're a Mum running her own business and providing a beautiful space for other parents and kiddos!!!
My 11-year-old daughter absolutely loves attending Wild Steps sessions. Every week, as we leave the sanctuary, she’s already excitedly talking about the next session! The child-led, hands-on approach fosters such a love for nature and has truly strengthened her passion for the outdoors. We’ve seen her build so many new skills, from fire lighting to shelter building, and the connections she’s made with the other kids are so special. I can’t recommend Wild Steps enough!
This program has been a real game changer for my daughter. She’s always loved the outdoors, but Wild Steps has opened up a whole new world for her. She’s learned so much about nature, conservation, and bushcraft skills, and every session seems to bring something new. It’s been wonderful watching her explore, learn, and grow alongside other children, and we both love every minute of it. We’re so grateful for this experience.
My children absolutely love Mindful Wild Steps 🌳🌿 They have a blast exploring the beautiful environment, engaging in activities and free play, and playing with the other children. Jaya is fantastic and does an incredible job organising the sessions. Highly recommend! 👍
The effort Jaya puts into her programs to teach all who attend the sessions, is nothing short of amazing, the connections and friendships made are wonderful to see and experience, what dedication 10 /10
My girls love coming here, they love the activities and nature play that mindful Wild Steps offers. They have made so many friends along the way. Definitely recommend this if your kids love playing out in nature and doing activities. It's a grate place for home school kids to socialise
Our family has absolutely loved attending Wild Steps. The atmosphere is always so positive and full of creativity, and it's been a fantastic safe space for us to connect with like-minded families. We initially joined to try it out, but it turned into something much more than we anticipated. The sessions have given our little one so much confidence and new life skills, and they really enjoy hanging out with their new friends. We’ve continued to recommit each term and couldn’t be happier with the experience
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Our recent visit to Mindful Wild Steps was an outstanding success. The program is incredibly well-organised, offering a variety of hands-on activities that engaged our students from start to finish. The children were thrilled to explore the bush, learn about local wildlife, and participate in practical bushcraft skills. The learning experience was not only educational but also deeply enriching, fostering a greater appreciation for nature among the students. As a teacher, I was impressed by the thoughtful planning and the seamless integration of fun and learning. We look forward to bringing more classes in the future.
We’ve had such a great experience at Wild Steps, and something that really stood out to us was seeing so many dads actively involved in the sessions. It’s so often that these types of activities are filled with mums, so it was really nice for our son to see other dads joining in. It’s helped create a really inclusive, relaxed environment, which has been so valuable for us. Thank you for creating such a wonderful space for everyone!
We felt welcome from the very first session and we 💯 feel that care also and appreciate what you offer it is a amazing, happy and safe environment you sure have created.
They say it takes a village to raise a child and the environment and everyone that attends makes it feels like I've found my village 💗
Our child was so inspired after the session at Wild Steps that we spent the rest of the day in the backyard and at Bunnings, setting up our very own greenhouse! The hands-on nature play and activities have really sparked a love of the outdoors in our little one, and it’s amazing to see them so excited to bring what they’ve learned at Wild Steps into our home. We’re so grateful for this experience!
Honestly, we didn’t expect to love Wild Steps as much as we do. It’s become such an amazing part of our weekly routine. Our child has grown in so many ways since joining. She’s more confident, more social, and more curious about the world around her. It’s also been a great way for us as parents to connect with other families who have similar values. We couldn’t be happier that we joined!
Wild Steps has brought so much joy into our lives! Our little one looks forward to it every week and has really blossomed since joining. The activities are always so engaging, and there’s such a strong focus on creativity and nature. We’ve noticed a big change in their confidence, and it’s wonderful seeing them so happy and excited to spend time outdoors with friends. We’re so thankful for this space and can’t recommend it enough.
What I love most about Wild Steps is that it’s not just about the kids, it’s about the parents too. It’s been a fantastic way for me to connect with other mums and dads who share the same values. We’ve built some really special friendships
Such a welcoming space! Wild Steps has given us a chance to connect with nature in a fun, hands-on way. My son loves it, and I’ve enjoyed meeting other parents and seeing the kids work together.
Being part of the Mindful Wild Steps community has been such a blessing 💖 It's a great way to connect with other families and enjoy nature.
As an educator, I’m always on the lookout for programs that complement the values we try to instil in the classroom, things like curiosity, independence, and respect for the environment. Wild Steps does exactly that and more. The sessions are thoughtfully designed to encourage hands-on learning and child-led exploration, which I find incredibly valuable. The balance of offered activities and free play allows children to engage in a way that feels authentic to them. I can wholeheartedly recommend Wild Steps to parents and fellow teachers alike, it’s a fantastic opportunity for children to connect with the natural world while building key life skills.
There are so many good things that come from Mindful Wild Steps, Jaya Rose Fox. You introduced me to cacao, which has become my daily nourishment, reunited 2 girls who have become besties and opened our world to new friends. We LOVE Mindful Wild Steps and highly recommend it to others.
There was a positive atmosphere, loads of creativity opportunities and a safe space to be with like-minded people. As a family, we had soo much fun. It was actually better than we anticipated. We decided to join for the term. Our little one has gained more confidence and life skills. He really enjoys hanging out with his new friends, and so do we. So we have continued to recommit each term, and couldn't be happier
We attended a session today and it was wonderful. Kids being kids in nature and also a great space for us parents. Very relaxed and comfortable setting and that’s coming from someone who suffers with social anxiety. 😆 highly recommend.
My son has been talking so much about the other children and the potions, I haven't seen him so connected and engaged in a new group of children in a long time
I'm so pleased we found your beautiful group! Being around such warm and genuine people is actually helping us let go of the stress of fitting in at school (for me too!) and being accepted as the unique individuals we are x
We are very thankful for you too. Wild steps is what it is because of you, because you've put your heart and soul into it and we see that and we feel that. So Thank You!
You have provided opportunities for meaningful connections (and reconnections), natural learning, and limitless creativity for all. WE are grateful every week. and look forward to each and every week.
Its a amazing place you have created I can say my children have changed and gained a lot more confidence since coming to wild steps and you should be proud of what you have created as I am grateful for being apart of wild steps not just for my children but for my self so thank you
Great session Jaya. Thanks for having us. We are thrilled to be part of your community, and such lovey people too.
Great to finally meet you and your Family - your 'why' - and so impressed with your 'outside the box' endeavour.
A beautiful outdoor learning space with options for play and learning.
We are very thankful for you too. Wild steps is what it is because of you, because you've put your heart and soul into it and we see that and we feel that. So Thank You!
You have provided opportunities for meaningful connections (and reconnections), natural learning, and limitless creativity for all. WE are grateful and look forward to each and every week.
Omg what a change in (child) from anxiety ridden not leaving the house or when we did he clung to me asking to go home all the time oh not to mention he would complain he felt sick all the time but today he stepped right out and made some new friends and said yes to hanging out with them straight away and went off with them and I didn't see him hardly at all. If that's all I achieve home schooling him that's a win for me. The change in him is incredible he is a totally different child to what he was a few months ago and I am so proud of him I'm so blessed to have found wild steps and everyone is so friendly and the lady that runs it is so supportive and lovely. Feeling very blessed and happy happy children = happy mummy
Thank you so much for having us we really enjoyed it and felt so welcomed. I was worried I would feel out of place but everyone was so nice and welcoming we look forward to next week
Jaya Rose Fox, I'm so glad you persisted when things were hard! Every week, I'm amazed by your constant flow of good ideas, your sense of calm and how you get so much done as a busy mum and partner. <3