Awaken Your Nature
Go Wild Institute weaves science, myth, and spirit to foster wonder and balance within the great web of life. We rekindle an innate sense of belonging to the natural world. Go Wild Institute specializes in fun experiential educational programs that delve into Earth Wisdom, Ethnobotany, and Deep Ecology for people of all ages and walks of life. We also offer botanical and forestry consulting services.
We belong to a sentient, sacred, intelligent, and vastly interconnected planet. Yet, many of us feel amputated from our nature. In truth, it is impossible to separate ourselves from nature because we ARE nature: Our bones are made from rock; we are bodies of water; and with every breath we take, we conspire with plants. Our well-being is inextricably linked to the welfare of our planet.
This world view is shared by most Earth-based indigenous societies. However, the current paradigm of Western society views humans as separate, and above nature. This is at the root of our environmental crises. When we change our relationship to nature, we change how we impact our environment.
Our programs have helped thousands of diverse human beings deepen their relationship with the Earth, Self, and Spirit.
Wisdom of the Oaks - Education Program
Students embark on an ecological and culinary adventure to explore the oak web of life and how we are woven within this web
Earth Wisdom, Herbalism, and Ethnobotany
We offer a wide range of programs for your school, organization, or group. We also lead foraging adventures.
Botanical and Ethnobotanical Consulting
From rare plant surveys to ethnobotanical inventories, Go Wild offers botanical expertise.
Wild Woman: Your Nature is Calling
A five month program for women to connect to nature, build a wild sisterhood, and (re)source from Mother Earth.
Online Training - Botany for Herbalists
Taught by Master Herbalist Matthew Wood and Jolie Elan. This class provides herbalists with the foundational knowledge of botany.
Private Mentoring with Jolie Elan
In these times of change, I can help you to tap into the wisdom of the Earth for insight, growth, and healing.
Annual Event:
Mount Tamalpais Oak Ceremony – October 27th, 2019 1-4 PM
Co-create a ceremony of gratitude and healing for the California oaks with a celebration of the beauty, biodiversity, gifts, and ancient wisdom of our California oak lands. Find inspiration and wonder within the great web of life!
