Jon Cree is a rare creature usually found rummaging around his natural habitat of the woods, paddling in his canoe or hibernating in a hammock. He is easily identified by his charismatic hats, giggly infectious laugh and a slightly squeaky voice when excited. Being a social creature he is at his best when in company and is a long time earth educator, Forest School leader, storyteller and environmental trainer. He has worked with numerous groups of all ages over the last 40 years, within the UK and internationally. His passion has always been working with learners challenged by our education system and who thrive in the natural world. He has long time worked with adolescents from a variety of settings - from mainstream secondary schools through to pupil referral units, special schools, youth clubs and looked after children. He has recently co-authored 'The Essential Guide to Forest School and Nature Pedagogy' and has just started working with co-author, Marina Robb, on a comprehensive nature based training programme for health practitioners.

I'm so grateful that you chose to learn more about me, and I look forward to learning about you too. My happy place is in nature and anywhere with my spouse, children, friends, and dancing dog Dylan. In 1997, I began working with children and families, cultivating joy and harmony through communication and movement. In 2018, Los Angeles artist Reneé Fox and I published our first book as we set out on a mission to reconnect a modern generation with nature through poetry and art. I intend to remain curious about human development and how to enhance well-being for all. My educational background is in Speech and Hearing Sciences with a concentration in traumatic brain injury and neurological disorders. Currently, I am a student at King’s College in London, pursuing an MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health. My West Virginia/Appalachian roots profoundly shape my worldview and allow me to weave together various experiences. While my personal relationships with indigenous people influence my perspective, I do not speak for or represent indigenous culture. It is not my place to do so.