Hi! I'm a Canadian traveller and environmental scientist, here to share my adventures!
Who am I to interpret nature through art? Well, I am a human. People are all about connection - every individual human has an innate yearning to connect to others. In my opinion, interpreting nature through art is simply another bid for connection. We have an innate desire to share our interpretation with others in … Continue reading How can we understand nature? The Art of Interpretation
As I delve further into my work exploring cultural ecosystems, I wanted to write out some short essays on what I’ve learned so far. Just to make sure I’ve learned something. In this post, I’ll consider what it means to interpret nature and the value of having guided experiences in nature. Since so much of … Continue reading What is nature, really?
My experiences with flying fish, local festivals, environmental sampling, and visiting all the schools on Orchid Island!
Below is a creative essay I wrote, inspired by my scuba diving experiences, discussing the fate of coral reefs in our changing world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goJiDk7vqUY The sun hid behind grey, menacing clouds; rain was coming, though I could tell, not for a while. A cool, fast breeze whirled past me, and I lurched back and forth … Continue reading Can Corals Carry On?
Waterfall Trekking and Working Too Hard I’m back! After a long blog hiatus, we are back. Still in Taiwan and thriving more than ever. In May and June, I was working full time in my internship, but I was also taking 6 courses online for my degree in Guelph. After a while I really … Continue reading Waterfall Trekking and Working Too Hard
Recently I was able to get certified in PADI Open Water Diving – and my experience was like nothing I’ve ever done before! Here’s my retelling of it for anyone who’s curious. Also, check out my Youtube video of Diving at Orchid Island. The sun hid behind grey, menacing clouds; rain was coming, though I … Continue reading Scuba Diving
I’m back! After three long years, I’m back in Taiwan. It almost feels like a different life, as if instead of following the passage of time forward, I stepped out of my Canadian life and sideways into a Taiwanese one. The adventures began with a 12-hour layover in Turkey, during which I had originally … Continue reading Back on the Streets of Taiwan
Recently I sat down to write about my Top 10 memories of this year. Most of them were from Taiwan, as life has really calmed down a lot since I returned due to Covid (crazy to have so much free time! I'm getting really good at the Ocarina). Suddenly the memories started flowing out of … Continue reading 10 Memorable Days in Taiwan
some pickles I have with blanket advice taught at many Outbound Training sessions “Always say Yes, to everything”, they tell you in the trainings. No offense to Rotary, but this is not great advice. In principle, it makes sense, and in the first few months it is crucial; if you decline opportunities because you're tired, … Continue reading Rotary Trainings: What to Learn
A particularly dramatic retelling of my experience in the Taiwanese healthcare system, accompanied by my thoughts. Sweat dripped down my forehead. The hum from the car engine grated on my ears, and even the brightness of the day pained me. When I closed my eyes, I could feel every bump in the road shaking my … Continue reading Healthcare in Taiwan
YEPS is a new club giving university students opportunities to connect with youth (aged 8-14) and discuss topics that will prepare them for the future.
Hi! I'm a Canadian traveller and environmental scientist, here to share my adventures!
a guide to get you out of the city and into the hills
Learning through travelling
I went on exchange and thought, "Hey, why not write about it?" Want to read about my experience? Have questions you want answers to? Want to have a good laugh? You can find all that here! Enjoy! -A.
Serena Around the World 