"Willow" - Janet Barlow

Core Contribution: "Earth Adventurer"

Janet's energy is infectious and especially when she is leading children out to explore and adventure in the natural world. People come back smiling and richer in their experiences and sense of wonder. And beyond the energy is the amazing amount of work she put into developing and writing the AEC's Earth Adventures book, a one of a kind resource for exploring nature in HRM.

Current Activities:

Janet continues her work to connect children to nature as Director of Sense of Wonder Environmental Education, facilitating experiences for children and youth, and leadership workshops for adults. She also facilitates the Active and Safe Routes to School Program for the Ecology Action Centre

Leadership Contributions: 1999 - ongoing

Leader at Sunship Earth and Vision 202/20 and program coordinator of Mysterious Encounters Earth and Cycle Savers. Co-author of Earth Adventures in the Halifax Region - 24 Trails for Fun and Discovery (1st and 2nd editions)

Personal Reflection on the AEC: