Fostering a legacy of nature connectedness with Paul Martin and Holly Usher

Join us for a fascinating double interview in this final episode of the series, featuring Paul Martin, a leading wildlife education professional and author of the natural literacy model, and Holly Usher, a primary teacher with 15 years of experience turned Senior Education Officer at Beaver Trust. 

Together, they provide invaluable insights into the critical role of education in fostering a stronger connection between people and nature, particularly in the context of beaver reintroduction.

In this episode, you will hear about:

The impact of beavers on children's engagement with nature: Hear how beavers capture the imagination of children and act as a gateway to ecologically-minded action, fostering a sense of ownership and agency.

The Beaver Trust's education program: Learn about the aims of the program, co-designed by Paul, to build a head, heart, and hands connection to nature in children. 

Why beavers are the perfect ‘gateway species’ for engaging children in conservation.

Strategies for integrating nature into the existing curriculum: Hear practical advice for teachers on how to weave nature into lessons and utilise school grounds to foster nature connection.

Also coming up: Find out who wins the highly anticipated fact off, judged first by Paul and then by Holly!

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The Lodge Cast is a mixture of fact and opinion. It was hosted by Eva Bishop and Emily Bowen, produced and edited by Emma Brien, and mixed by Mark Skinner for Beaver Trust.