Outdoor adventure is about many things. Certainly, we enjoy hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, and celebrating our wild, special places. Learning about the outdoors begins when we are young. As we age, it is important to share our experiences and knowledge with others, especially the younger generations.
If you think that you are a great outdoorsperson, become a Mentor for others. Teaching others how to hunt and fish is the ultimate assessment. When working with others, practice the K.I.S.S. principle. “Keep It Simple Stupid!” Learning hands on is a good way to invite others into our sports.
Montana Grant visited a local elementary school this week to tell stories and excite kids about the outdoors. A campfire circle made a fun stage to practice wildlife calls, sing some campfire songs, and read a story from his new book, “Welcome to Montana Grant.”
The story of the day was about catching a first fish. The message of the calls and songs reinforced how humans and wildlife communicate. After the campfire session, students then had the opportunity to author their own outdoor story and draw a picture about it.
These simple moments reinforce what outdoors and learning is all about.
One student summed up the lesson by saying” Fishing is just FUN! Even if you do not catch anything, it is great to be outdoors!”
One day, soon, the next generation of outdoor girls and boys will be telling their stories and become the stewards of our wild places.
Take the time to teach them right.
Montana Grant
