2. Immersion in Nature
Description
Leaving typical living condition and being closer to the natural world, participants are moved into a very different lifestyle.
Related Key Competencies
Methods
- Leaving home
- Leaving comforts and many daily-life objects
- Hiking to camp (around 1km is suitable)
- Natural environment:
- Rooty paths instead of paved sidewalks
- Rain jackets and tarps during a rainstorm instead of a roof over their heads
- Simplistic lifestyle
- Simple living quarters (often tents)
- Majority of communication is with participants in group (limited phone use/social media)
- Pioneer-techniques for building
Impact
Living in a (likely) very different environment – immersed in nature, in a group setting and reduced to simple means – causes many participants to leave their comfort zones. Through this setting, participants may gain greater appreciation for everyday conveniences but may also find it refreshing to live a simplified life.