Step Into Something Deeper
You’re doing all the things.
You care deeply and are holding it all together - for your family, your work, your community.
But underneath it all, you’re exhausted. Disconnected.
You're longing for space to breathe, to reconnect, to remember who you are outside the expectations and urgency.
This 3-day in-person immersion is designed for those navigating the beautiful and relentless call of caregiving, leadership, and soul-led work. It’s a chance to exhale the pressure, and inhale the medicine of nature, community, and deep presence.
Through embodied mentoring practices, wild awareness skills, and nature connection routines, you’ll begin to reweave your sense of belonging - to the Earth, to others, and to yourself.
As you reconnect and nourish yourself over this weekend, the benefits begin to ripple outward - nurturing your family, strengthening your relationships, enriching your community connections, and renewing your work and creativity. Taking this time for yourself isn't just self-care; it’s a gift that transforms everything you care about.
And you won’t do it alone. You’ll be held in a small, intimate group of like-hearted people - gathered not to perform or prove anything, but to be real, present, and human together.
This isn’t just a weekend immersion. It’s a turning point. A remembering. A return.
If you've been longing for something more - more real, more aligned, more alive - this is your opportunity to discover what’s possible.
If You're Ready To:
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Deepen your sense of belonging and community
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Cultivate relationships that make a lasting impact
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Be inspired by the wisdom of nature
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Reignite joy, creativity, and wonder
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Awaken a new way of showing up in your work and life
If you’ve felt a quiet pull toward doing things differently - this weekend immersion is a natural next step on your path. It moves beyond the introduction to mentoring and begins to gently delve into the personal work of healing, connection, and transformation that is essential to mentoring well.
You’ll explore how to show up in healthy and grounded ways for your family, your community, and those you work with. Learning simple, powerful practices to build trust, hold space, and support growth without force or control.
Mentoring with Nature invites you to step through this threshold into a deeper, more connected way of guiding, parenting, teaching, or leading - one that flows from presence, care, and authentic connection.
What We'll Explore
This weekend immersion is a rich tapestry of learning, reflection, and direct experience.
Over three immersive days together, we’ll dive into nature-based practices, relational frameworks, and embodied ways of learning that invite presence, deepen awareness, and support connection.
Together, we’ll explore:
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The distinctions between teaching, leading, and mentoring - and why they matter
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Relationship-centred ways of guiding growth and supporting others
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The art of storytelling as a bridge for empathy, wisdom, and belonging
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Foundational nature connection routines that heighten sensory awareness and attunement
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Simple earth-based skills and wild games that nurture confidence and curiosity
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Values-based leadership grounded in care, integrity, and presence
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Cultural repair through nature-aligned, regenerative ways of living and relating
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Practical considerations for safely and thoughtfully adapting nature-based experiences to your own context
You’ll also be nourished by time for rest, reflection, ceremony, and shared presence - offering space to slow down, integrate, and reconnect with what matters most.
"Working alongside Suzi as a mentor in her Bush School has been an honour. I’ve never experienced a space so deeply anchored in purity and purpose - where the natural rhythms of life, children, mentors, and the business itself are genuinely respected and at the heart of every decision.
This environment allowed for deep acceptance and personal transformation. Suzi leads with compassion, clarity, and kindness, gently mentoring us all.
It’s been a powerful experience, and I genuinely recommend stepping into this work with her if you feel the call."
NADJA COHENDY
Nature Connection Mentor
Who is this for?
This immersion is for those who feel called to move beyond the surface and begin stripping back the layers - to shed old roles and return to the raw, real work of connection, presence, and change.
You might be:
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A parent who wants to build stronger, more connected relationships with your family
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An educator or facilitator feeling the constraints of traditional systems and seeking a more human, heart-centred approach
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An outdoor leader, forest school practitioner, or nature-play guide wanting to deepen your mentoring skills and relational presence
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A changemaker, community builder, or soul-led leader ready to lead from a place of alignment, authenticity, and care
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Or someone simply feeling the call to reconnect - with yourself, with others, and with the Earth
You don’t need experience in mentoring or outdoor education - just a willingness to show up honestly, listen deeply, and be open to new perspectives and the possibility of meaningful change within yourself and your life.
What's included:
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2 nights and a full weekend of immersive, nature-connected experiences
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Private bushland venue in the Jervis Bay region with self-sufficient camping (BYO gear)
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Nourishing organic meals, including shared dinners under the stars, plus breakfast and lunch on both Saturday and Sunday
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Undercover communal area, bush toilets, dam swimming, and rustic bucket showers
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Small and intimate group size for deeper connection and personalised support
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Thoughtfully designed program materials to support your learning and integration
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Heart-led guidance and experienced facilitation from Suzi Jayne - a trusted mentor with over 30 years’ experience working with children, families, and communities through nature play, education, and relational learning
Our Bushland Home for the Weekend
This immersion takes place on a beautiful, private bushland property near Huskisson, in the Jervis Bay region on the South Coast of NSW.
Nestled between forest and sea, the land offers a quiet, spacious setting for reconnection and reflection. With open sky, and the soundtrack of birdsong and breeze through the trees, this space invites you to slow down and tune in.
We’ll gather around the fire, share meals under the stars, and spend our days immersed in nature’s rhythms - supported by simple, self-sufficient camping and a shared undercover space for gathering.
Getting there:
The venue is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours’ drive south of Sydney.
The nearest train station is Bomaderry (Nowra), which is around 30 minutes from the site by car.
We’ll help coordinate carpooling and local transfers closer to the time, so don’t worry if you’re travelling without a vehicle - you won’t be left behind.
What you'll walk away with:
This 3-day immersion is a rich blend of learning, practice, and personal integration. You’ll leave with both an embodied sense of connection and a toolkit of relational and nature-based mentoring skills to carry into your life and work.
By the end of the weekend, you will:
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Understand the foundational principles of nature-based mentoring - and how this differs from teaching or directing
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Explore Core Routines for connecting with Nature
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Develop confidence in holding space for others - with tools for following natural rhythms, recognising readiness, offering challenge, and responding to the moment
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Learn hands-on earth-based skills - like fire-making, weaving, and games
This experience is not a template or a curriculum.
It’s an invitation to embody a way of being that changes how you show up - with nature as teacher, community as container, and mentoring as a pathway to connection.
"As a nature-connection mentor, I’ve gained so much from Suzi’s embodied wisdom and guidance - through her Play Village, Bush School, and mentor training programs.
Her heart-centred commitment to fostering nature-based connection and community has been a truly inspiring force in my life and in the lives of many families.
I wholeheartedly recommend her programs to anyone seeking a deeper sense of belonging - to place, to community, and to self."
MADELEINE FORD
Nature Connection Mentor
A Guide Who’s Walked This Path
My journey into mentoring began on the ground - hands in the soil, feet in the bush, heart wide open to the complex, beautiful work of being in relationship with children, families, and communities.
Over the past 30 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of education, parenting, nature connection, and personal growth. I’ve been a teacher, an educational leader, a centre director, and a forest school facilitator. I’ve walked alongside thousands of children, educators, and parents through the real, messy, transformative moments that shape how we learn, relate, and grow.
I’ve supported educators on the edge of burnout, and parents questioning the dominant narratives of control and achievement. I’ve helped create learning environments where people feel seen, safe, and empowered to show up as they are.
In the past five years, my work has deepened through rewilding, earth-based skills, and regenerative cultural practice - founding and leading a nature-based mentoring community anchored in connection, culture repair, and embodied leadership.
But this path isn’t just professional - it’s personal. It’s been shaped by seasons of reckoning, healing, and returning to myself. Every insight I share, every tool I offer, has been tested in the fire of real life.
What I bring to this immersion is not just training or expertise, but decades of lived experience. A steady, grounded presence. Practical tools. And a fierce commitment to clarity, compassion, and integrity - so that you feel deeply held, adequately resourced, and well supported as you step onto your own path of becoming.
Limited Places Available
An intimate offering with intentionally limited capacity to allow for depth, connection, and personalised support, this immersive experience is only available once a year.
Dates for early 2026 to be announced.
Join the waitlist now to receive priority access to this unique opportunity.
Join the Waitlist
Frequently Asked Questions
You might have a few questions before stepping in. I’ve answered some of the most common ones below, but if there’s something else on your mind, please don’t hesitate to reach out. It’s important to me that you feel clear, informed, and confident that this experience is the right fit for you.
What if it rains?
This immersion is completely outdoors, and we’ll embrace the weather as part of the experience. There is a permanent covered shelter on-site, and sessions will adapt accordingly. Rain adds its own kind of magic - so bring your waterproof layers and a sense of adventure.
Can I bring my baby/child?
This immersion is designed as a focused space for adults to engage deeply in learning and reflection. For that reason, we ask that babies and children remain at home unless you’ve discussed specific circumstances with us in advance. If this is a barrier for you, please get in touch.
What's the refund policy?
This immersion is a deep and intimate experience, and spaces are limited. When you register, a place is held for you - and someone else may miss out. For this reason, refunds are not available for change of mind or change in circumstances. Please ensure you’ve read through all the details and can commit to the dates, times, and financial investment before booking.
In the event of exceptional life events beyond your control, a partial refund may be considered at Suzi Jayne’s discretion, minus any administrative and processing fees. All refund requests must be made in writing.
If you join using a payment plan, this is a commitment to complete the full payment.
What if I have dietary needs?
We’ve got you covered. All shared meals will include gluten-free and vegan options. You’ll be able to let us know about any specific allergies or dietary requirements when you register, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs. If you have severe allergies, please reach out directly so we can discuss how best to support you and ensure your safety.
Is this trauma informed?
Yes. This work is grounded in respect, choice, and relational safety. While the immersion may gently invite personal insight, there’s no pressure to share or participate in any way that doesn’t feel supportive. You’re encouraged to move at your own pace, and care will be taken to create a welcoming and inclusive space.
Is it ok if I don't know anyone?
Absolutely. Many people come alone. You’ll be warmly welcomed into a community where connection grows naturally through shared presence, storytelling, and time on the land. You don’t need to be anyone but yourself.
Are there payment plan options?
Yes. Payment plans are available to help make this experience more accessible. You can choose the PayPal Pay-in-4 option at checkout, or get in touch if you’d prefer to arrange a personalised plan that better suits your circumstances. I'm happy to work with you to make it possible.