Kids & Nature Program

Childhood Connection with Nature is foundational 

It is striking to hear stories from the extraordinary people who dedicate their lives to Nature, of where they first got their love of the Natural world. 

Most (but not all), gained that love through formative childhood experiences. Gardening with their Mum. Camping. Rambling around in the bush. A special wildlife moment. Having adventures or making forts with friends. These experiences are formative. 

A love for Nature is crucial to childhood happiness, development, wellbeing and commitment to its conservation.

The Kuno Foundation’s Kids & Nature program seeks to support local communities, people and groups engaged in promoting childhood connection with, understanding, learning, and commitment to Nature.

Bruny Kids & Nature project 

The Kuno Foundation's Kids & Nature program has started with a beautiful project that has evolved from the school, teachers and community groups on Bruny Island – the Bruny Kids & Nature page. The amazing teacher Claire Boost, who runs the early development program and is establishing a bush kinder program on Bruny Island, is working with teachers, parents and community groups on Bruny Island to support a dedicated online webpage where kids can share their writing, stories and activities in and about Nature in a safe and supported way. This project has been recognised and support through a Tasmanian Community Fund grant. We see this as an exciting pilot project that can be built off and expanded in other regions.

Images: Claire Gorman