The Outdoor Education Podcast With Rob Carmichael
The Outdoor Education Podcast explores stories, ideas, and people shaping outdoor learning and its impact worldwide.
The Outdoor Education Podcast With Rob Carmichael
Ep. 3 Learning by Doing: Maker Mindsets, Sustainability & Outdoor Learning with Gus Merckel
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In this episode, Rob sits down with maker-educator and sustainability innovator Gus Merckel, whose global journey, from Mexico to Germany to Thailand,has shaped a powerful approach to experiential learning.
Together, they explore how hands-on making, reclaimed materials, circular design, and outdoor learning can reconnect students with the real world and spark authentic curiosity.
Gus shares stories from the field and how outdoor learning helps students feel the impact of environmental change
Whether you're in design, outdoor ed, sustainability, or simply passionate about learning that matters, this episode will leave you inspired to rethink how young people learn — and what they can create when given the chance.
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