Alma Oasis was created in 2023, brought to life from the shared vision of two individuals captivated by the beauty and mystery of daily life but also by the climate problems and unmet solutions in our society. Our vision is to inspire the environmentally curious and encourage change in individual behaviors to have a positive impact on the earth, however large or small.
‘Alma’ means the soul, reflecting the essence of our being and ‘Oasis’ signifies a flourishing ecosystem in an otherwise arid world. Together, Alma Oasis represents the harmonious coexistence of the human spirit and nature, a place where individuals learn to thrive on a constantly evolving planet.
I'm really impressed with the Wilderness Survival Instructor course! I love how it is written in a creative and descriptive way that keeps me engaged. I am learning more from this course that from all the survival books I have purchased over the years. Sharing the indigenous practices, beliefs and rituals associated with each unit helps me to better appreciate where these skills and techniques have come from and why they are still prevalent today. I have completed the first 3 modules and am looking forward to continuing to learn more. I have also watched some of the teacher-led videos and love how the topics incorporate information from various courses. Thank you for helping me to reconnect with the land from my urban surroundings in snowy Canada.
The content in this course is even more interesting than I expected whether you are wanting to learn to create your own practice or to help others, this is a great starting point.
Interesting to learn about different trees and plants. The studies referenced have very small sample sizes and numerous confounding factors. Addressing these limitations is crucial for maintaining credibility.
I don't understand what the study guide questions at the end relate to-- are they practice for the final test? Why are there varied formats? Help me out!
My background is in forestry, so throughout my career I have been aware of the mental and physical health benefits of forests on a theoretical level. However, I must admit that I have somehow overlooked its practical use so far. When I came across AlmaOasis' online Sylvatherapy course, I did not hesitate to enroll because it was a golden opportunity to enrich my professional profile with a subject that also speaks to my soul. The content, in which I've found the answers to all the questions in my mind was completely satisfactory. The process was so smooth and has been completed within a few weeks. Now it's time to go out and apply what I've learned. Thank you Alma Oasis for opening a new horizon in my life!
I found the Sylvotherapy course very interesting. I have a higher understanding of the forest. Now I know why I feel better after being in the forest and how it can help others.
Overall, I was very impressed with the depth of knowledge shared within this program and direction in applying this knowledge towards clients. I believe having a working understanding of nature and how it can impact humans directly is needed in the helping professions. Our environment can play a role in our mood and health, knowing how to better support health holistically can create positive change for the individual.
