Our Vision
Through our nature immersion programs, our goal is for children, youth, women and families to build a deep connection to nature and through that, a deep connection to Allah. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our community to absorb the immense mental and physical benefits of nature. Through interactions with nature, we hope to instill a love and desire to protect the natural world for the future.
Nature provides unmatched opportunities for learning and growth. For children, time in nature, especially in a variety of terrains and weather conditions, builds resilience, confidence, foresight and wisdom to face life's challenges. Behavioural issues dissipate and unique strengths surface in natural settings where kids are free to be themselves. Self-guided outdoor exploration and play, led by curiosity and questioning, makes learning natural and fun and develops creativity and confidence.
Our women’s programs and retreats provide safe opportunities for women to explore their interests, experience new adventures, and relax and spend mindful time in nature and in good company.
All of our programs incorporate quiet, focused time in nature which builds contentment, inspires creative thought and humbles us to the magnificence of The Creator.
Directors
Seher loves everything nature and everything children. She is an adventurous mom of seven, a Montessori teacher and has been a homeschooler for more than 20 years. She has completed the Coyote Mentorship program along with other workshops at the Guelph Outdoor School. She is currently enrolled in the Forest & Nature School Practitioner’s Course through the Child and Nature Alliance of Canada. She believes in trust based education. She gained her knowledge of nature and her bushcraft skills as a child and is always learning. She loves sharing her knowledge, learning new skills, and bringing the community together through outdoor programming. She aims to connect everything with the Quran.
Seher Atasever
Shehnaz is an educator, avid hiker and nature enthusiast. She holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto and loves teaching in outdoor settings. She has completed the Ontario Naturalist Course from the Kortright Centre and is currently enrolled in the Forest & Nature School Practitioner’s Course through the Child and Nature Alliance of Canada. She has completed the Coyote Mentorship program along other workshops at the Guelph Outdoor School. She is a Girl Guides and Scouts leader and has taught homeschool nature programs at the Willow Park Ecology Center. She is a homeschooler and board member of the Toronto Muslim Homeschoolers. She loves organizing outdoor trips and adventures for children, youth and women. She believes a connection to nature deeply strengthens our connection to Our Creator.
Shehnaz Toorawa
Listen to a Podcast with Shehnaz on Islam and Earth: https://islamandearth.com/Ep9/