Emelia Sautter Claimed

I have loved the natural world all of my life and this love has guided me throughout my life, my school, and my career. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Illinois in Natural Resources and Environmental Science. After graduating, I volunteered for 2 years with AmeriCorps teaching conservation education at Wickiup Hill Learning Center. I then worked for 13 years as the Ecospirituality Coordinator at Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center. I have also served as board President with I-Renew (Iowa Renewable Energy Association) as well as on a number of community collaborations including Eco-Fest, the Eco Film Festival and the Alternative Gift Market. As a Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, I have my own practice in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Good Medicine. My heart’s work includes spending time with the land and providing opportunities for humans to connect with self and with our nature relatives. I believe that Forest Therapy helps us fall more wholly in love with ourselves and with the world around us. That’s what I call a win-win for the whole world!!