Stress Reduction Techniques
Stress Reduction: Nature Exposure
Spend 20 minutes in a park or green space. Exposure to nature lowers cortisol levels and improves mood.
Animal Tracking & Behavior
Animal Tracking: Following Tracks
Look for the direction of the track by the shape of the toe marks. The deepest part of the track is the heel. Follow the trail until it disappears or leads to a water source.
Animal Tracking & Behavior
Animal Tracking: Understanding Behavior
Animals often move along ridgelines or water sources. Look for sign like droppings or feeding stations. If you see a trail, follow it cautiously. Avoid making noise that mimics prey; move slowly and quietly.
Animal Tracking & Behavior
Animal Tracking: Reading the Ground
Look for broken twigs, flattened grass, and disturbed soil. Fresh tracks will have sharp edges; old tracks are filled with dirt or leaves. Follow the direction of travel by looking for the deepest part of the track (the heel).
