After running a Waldorf kindergarten for six years, she enthusiastically joined La Tribu des Bois. Passionate about child development, she uses the 8 Shields approach to cultivate connection to nature and independent learning.

After running a Waldorf kindergarten for six years, she enthusiastically joined La Tribu des Bois. Passionate about child development, she uses the 8 Shields approach to cultivate connection to nature and independent learning.

The 8 Shields approach has deepened my connection to self, others, and nature. This project, born of my vision for my children and me, is a path of humility, gratitude, and presence. Mentoring embodies these values, where I continually learn from children and nature.

Trained as an expedition guide, he devotes himself to early childhood, exploring the community bond and the need for security in growing up. At La Tribu des Bois, he helps create a space where children can flourish and develop a lasting connection with nature.

Guided by the 8 Shields approach, she joined La Tribu des Bois to accompany children in their connection to nature and to themselves. With a wealth of experience in teaching, animation and cen art, she fosters their curiosity and autonomy with kindness and joy.

Curious about people and passionate about nature, he sees the forest as a place of learning. At La Tribu des Bois, he accompanies children in the discovery of their uniqueness, while forging deep bonds with nature and a setting conducive to mutual growth.

My presence in the project allows me and my family to grow in harmony with our values. I believe it's possible to maintain reliable relationships and projects by co-creating dreams in action. By trusting this process, I remain true to my oath of connection with nature.

Originally from Alberta, Mikayla moved to Waterville after an immersion program at Wisdom of the Earth. Introduced to 8 Shields mentoring in Montreal, she is now a mentor at La Tribu des Bois, where she shares her knowledge of survival and nature with teens, in Franglais!

Inspired by his childhood memories of the forest, this mentor combines his experience as a father, educator and permaculturist to cultivate moments of play and lasting connection with nature.

Passionate about ancestral knowledge, Félix shares his expertise in survival, toolmaking and traditional techniques after 20 years of experience, inspired by the First Nations and the approaches of Tom Brown Jr. and Jon Young.

I believe that the connection with nature nourishes the connection to oneself, to others and to the world, bringing meaning to the socio-ecological transition. I offer the Tribu des bois my time and expertise in accompaniment to support a mission in line with my values.

After ten years in socio-ecological transition and nature immersions, I joined the Tribu des bois. Inspired by the 8 Shields approach, I strengthen connections to self, others and the Earth, contributing to resilient communities where nature is at the heart of life.