WILD HEARTS

OPEN SKIES

WILD HEARTS OPEN SKIES

TRINATI

FOUNDER & CEO

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Trinati, an alumna of Concordia University’s Early Childhood and Elementary Education program, brings outdoor learning to life through Child in the Wild Forest School + Nature Day Camp.

After witnessing children flourish during weekly forest days on Mount Royal, she expanded her offerings to include nature-based programs and summer camps—creating space for more children to learn, explore, and grow, even within the city.

She also supports educators and families in weaving nature into everyday learning through her Prana + Play Practice, fostering connection to breath, body, and the natural rhythms that support emotional well-being. Trinati is the lead educator and curriculum developer at Empathink, a non-profit advancing accessible, empathy-based education.

Through her podcast, Storytime with Tula Jane and her Mother in the Wild, she shares stories that nurture connection and imagination with families around the world.

To connect, book a workshop, or explore collaborations, you can reach her at: trinati@motherinthewild.com

CHAVA

NATURE-BASED ECE & FACILITATOR

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Chava is a trans/non-binary early childhood educator who uses they/them and iel pronouns. With a deep passion for creating accessible environments, they’re committed to ensuring every space feels welcoming.

Currently studying to become a forest school practitioner with the Child Nature Alliance of Canada, Chava is also exploring Indigenous perspectives through the First People's Studies program at Concordia. A lifelong learner, they love being outdoors, playing, and creating with whatever nature offers.

Chava is thrilled to be working with Child in the Wild, where they join children in exploring and strengthening their connection with Tekanontak—what we call Mount Royal.

YSAÏA

NATURE-BASED FACILITATOR

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After a childhood of growing up in the Alps, Ysaïa brings with her a passion for nature, especially wood. She is a land-defender, working to save old growth forests, an arborist and carpenter, cross-country ski and aerial yoga instructor, with a unique and authentic quality to how she relates to and engages with children. Our Playschool and Nature School programs are amazing spaces for Ysaïa to share her magic.

NATURE-BASED ECE & FACILITATOR

ANSONA

Wild grass weaver, colour forager, wild mushroom lover... Ansona is a seasoned forest school practitioner who is committed to bringing positive impact through her nature-art educational work with children and adults.
Following three adult training programs with the Coyote Program: North Star (survival skills), Forest Feast (foraging and campfire cooking), and Nature Mentor Training (forest school education), she worked as an apprentice at Coyote Program.

We are fortunate to have Ansona sharing her passion and skills with Child in the Wild.

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