Natural leadership unfolds when you connect from the heart; an active decision to use wonder and vulnerability in relation to yourself and the other. For me it is about personal leadership, about knowing myself, from which natural leadership arises. A natural leader gives direction from authenticity and autonomy: spontaneity, intimacy and self-awareness.

A natural leader is able to inspire his or her environment; to create awareness about what really matters. The relation with nature of which you are an inseparable part; to see the difference between destiny and fate and to be able to take responsibility for this by daring to make choices in the light of what is good for everyone. Truly being able to experience the connection with the big picture in which everyone counts and takes each other into account. It's all about inclusion which creates real impact.

For me, Nature is a place where you will automatically connect with your purpose and essence. Nature and ‘non-doing’ will bring answers and clarity in a unique way for further direction in life. I believe that going on a trail or quest fully supports our leadership development and raises our consciousness. With a bonus: a strong desire to serve the world in a good way (in tune with our true nature, our relationships and our surroundings). To arrive at your essence through Nature is a great gift!’ 

Geert is an inspired trainer, coach and facilitator who embraces humour, quality and wisdom. He previously worked as a psychotherapist for twenty years in Amsterdam. For the last ten years, he has given many leadership development courses in the corporate world. Working through and with Nature is one of his passions. He serves the vision quest, the sweat lodge and the wilderness trail with full commitment. He augments this service with professional knowledge, openness, curiosity and modesty.

Reece McAfee is an outdoor enthusiast with a true passion for adventure and a zest for life and exploration. With over 10 years of experience working in the outdoor industry, he has gained not only knowledge but also a huge amount of respect for nature and how awe inspiring and powerful it can be. When the water levels are high, Reece loves to challenge himself paddling on the powerful rivers all across the West Coast of Scotland. On calmer days, he enjoys adventuring into the mountains and immersing himself in the serenity found there. Reece works as a Senior Instructor, using the outdoors and nature to deliver personal development courses in the wilderness. He also runs his own business, River To Sea Scotland, which enables him to showcase the beautiful scenery and wildlife that the Highlands have to offer to both locals and tourists visiting the area. He lives at the foot of the Grey Corries in the small village of Spean Bridge, a short drive from Fort William, the Outdoor Capital of the UK.