I’m John, nature educator and creator of The Grizzly Forager. For the past ten years, I’ve led family foraging walks, nature workshops, and outdoor craft sessions, while nurturing an online community of over 600K people who share a love of foraging, seasonal nature, and hands-on outdoor learning.
But the heart of this work is also much closer to home. As a dad to Arthur and Sybbie, I’ve spent years introducing them to the wonders of nature: spotting seasonal changes, noticing tiny details, making things from natural materials, and finding magic in the ordinary places around us.
I built Sprout because I know how much families want more time outdoors, but also how hard it can be to know what to do, where to start, or how to make activities safe, simple, and engaging for different children.
Sprout gives you one seasonal nature activity each week, with clear guidance, preparation tips, safety notes, creative twists, and alternatives for different places — whether you have woods, a park, a garden, a city street, or even a balcony.
My hope is that Sprout becomes a gentle guide for your family’s year of adventure: helping you notice the seasons, build confidence outdoors, and create lasting memories together.
