Psychological benefits of Nature Connection | Hill Walking Webinar

This webinar will introduce the work of Miles Richardson and his team at Derby University, and the psychological benefits of Nature Connection. We will remind ourselves of the urgent need for Nature Connection in the current climate crisis and invite exploration into how all of this can be brought to bear in your roles as outdoor leaders and explorers. Our webinar speaker Dr David Fong is a Clinical Psychologist, Coach, Therapist and Hill and Moorland Leader.

Details

When? Wednesday 18 February 2026

Time? 6pm - 7.15pm

More about the hill walking webinar series

Reconnect, re-centre, and rediscover your place in the natural world. Connection to Nature is a three-part webinar series from the BMC exploring how time outdoors shapes our wellbeing and sense of direction, both physically and mentally. From getting to know the Coast-to-Coast Path, to understanding the powerful psychological benefits of nature connection, to building confidence in finding your way in the outdoors, this series blends inspiration and practical knowledge. Perfect for walkers, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a deeper relationship with the landscapes around them.

This BMC webinar series is free to attend and is open to BMC members and non-members.  Each webinar will last approximately 1h15m.

40 minutes for the webinar subject, 5 minutes for an update from the BMC Hill Walking Co-ordinator and a 30 minute Q+A.