These have not been easy times. Like so many others in our community, we have not been able to do what we love to do: being outdoors with kids, helping them connect to nature through photography.

We haven’t worked in schools since last winter. And with no prospect of returning to in-person workshops anytime soon, we have ‘pivoted’ to working online. Thanks to our generous supporters, as well as community grants and government subsidies, we continue to create new nature photography challenges and lessons to keep kids creatively engaged outside.

All of us at Focus on Nature are well and working from home. We’re working diligently to complete our new Focus on Nature Online program. Geared to students in grades 4-6, Focus on Nature Online will allow teachers to guide their students in engaging nature activities, whether learning in class or at home.

Our volunteer garden party committee has pivoted too. They are putting the finishing touches to our online festival and fundraiser, a week-long celebration of nature, children and art. Details to come!

Though we can’t mix households at our Thanksgiving gatherings this year, we are still thankful for the health and security that we share during these uncertain times.

Be well. Be safe. We are all in this together.
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Simon Bell
Executive Director