January 18: Matt "Sheriff Woody" Berger

Topic: Botany on the Trail - The Joy of Plant Identification

• Hear from Botanist and Thru-Hiker Matt Berger about learning how to identify botanical treasures on trail, and making the time while hiking to collect observations.
• Help raise money for iNaturalist through your donations at registration.
• Have a chance to win giveaways from Gather Nuts.
• Have a conversation with other intentional hikers about the topic  *read more about the conversation code below.

All donations will be split evenly between the guest expert, the nonprofit partner, and your host. *Donations will appear as a second "ticket" in your order **Donations are not tax deductible unless made directly to a registered non-profit organization.

About the Speaker

Matt Berger is a botanist and describes himself as a biodiversity fanatic. He is also a triple crown hiker with over 12,700 miles hiked. Last year he explored just about every state west of the Mississippi and much of the Southeast in search of botanical treasures.

FAQ

Only register if you can attend this event in person

• A recording of each event (excluding the conversation portion) will be uploaded to the Intentional Hiking YouTube channel.
• Each recording will be accompanied by a Conversation Kit which will help you have a discussion on the event's theme with friends and family.

Conversation code

• Please engage in these conversations with curiosity, an open mind, and respect. 
• Lead with kindness and compassion. 
• Listen to understand; not reply. 
• No judgement, no advice (unless specifically asked for)

Non-profit Partners

• Each guest can choose a non-profit partner of choice to feature during the event. 
• Attendees can raise money for the non-profit during the registration process by giving a donation. 
• Donations will be split evenly between the guest, non-profit partner, and host.

Gear Giveaways

• Events will feature gear or product giveaways from new or cottage hiking brands. 
• Need to be present to win.

Event Duration

• Each event will last between 60-90 minutes

Event Link

• The zoom event link will be sent after registration.
• If you do not receive your link at least one hour before the start, please email renee@longdistancetrailconsulting.com