About the Storytelling in Nature Series

The Storytelling in Nature events offer a chance to hear storytellers from all backgrounds tell stories about Nature in Nature. Many cultures have traditions of oral storytelling. We experience stories differently when they are animated, told through an experienced storyteller, and when we experience them in an outdoor, group setting. Each Storytelling in Nature event has an activity, somewhat related to the theme of the story.  We hope participants experience these stories in ways that deepen their appreciation of community and of our natural environment.

About our Storyteller

For our October 5th event, we are pleased to welcome Gail Anglin as our storyteller.  Gail Anglin’s storytelling has delighted listeners of all ages in the National Capital region for many years. Her compelling voice creates personalities for the characters she describes as she draws audiences into magical worlds that are sometimes dark but more often humourous. Gail is Co-President of Ottawa StoryTellers.

About the Event

In this autumn season, many beings are readying for winter.  Migratory birds have undertaken their seasonal journeys, flying to locations where they can access crucial resources.  Gail’s story will touch upon this theme of movement and migration, and tell of a magical flight, or perhaps a young man’s flight of fantasy.

We follow the story, with some snacks and an educational experience, and learn about and listen for several birds that are seen regularly along the walking path close to the Storytelling circle.

Our Supporters

This event is supported by several organizations, including Forest Therapy Ottawa, Bird Friendly Ottawa, Nanabush Food Forests, and Forêt Capitale Forest.  We also thank the City of Ottawa, through their CEPGP program, have directly helped support this event.

This is a free event.  There will be a donation jar and guests are welcomed to offer donations to help support future storytelling events.  Please RSVP for this event as more details will be sent just ahead of the event.  In the event of rainy or challenging weather, we will still plan to proceed in a sheltered area.