Dec 01 2024 50 mins
Join us in this enriching episode of the Enchanted Earth podcast, where host Maureen speaks with Animal Planet’s Treehouse Master Pete Nelson. Pete shares his lifelong passion for creating awe-inspiring treehouses, detailing his journey from building his first tree fort in New Jersey to founding Nelson Treehouse and Supply. He dives into the spiritual connection he feels with trees, the intricate process of selecting the right trees for his projects, and memorable adventures from his career, including experiences that have transformed his perspective on nature. Listen in for remarkable insights, heartwarming stories, and the undeniable magic that nature and treehouses bring to our lives.
00:26 Meet Pete Nelson: The Treehouse Master
03:14 The Magic of Tree Selection
05:30 Building Treehouses: A Meditative Journey
11:09 A Story of Connection with Trees
19:43 The Rituals and Respect for Nature
27:16 The Healing Power of Nature
28:47 Forest Bathing: A Deeper Connection
30:24 Learning and Observing in Nature
33:56 Childhood Memories and Treehouses
37:00 Building Dreams in the Trees
43:45 Treehouse Hospitality and Conservation
47:23 Encouragement to Build Your Own Treehouse
49:29 Closing Thoughts and Farewell
About Pete Nelson
Pete Nelson fell in love with treehouses as a child, after building a backyard tree fort with his dad at their home in New Jersey. Today, he has created hundreds of treehouses around the world with his design and build firm, Nelson Treehouse and Supply. Pete has also published six books on the art and science of treehouse-building, most recently Be in a Treehouse. He has also shared many of his builds with global audiences as the star of the hit Animal Planet television series Treehouse Masters. In all of these projects, Pete has endeavored to equip others with the information and inspiration to get out into nature and up in the trees in a safe, sustainable, and fun way.
About Maureen Calamia –
Maureen has been a seeker all her life, using the magic of dreams, nature, presence, and consciousness to unearth truths of our ancient connection to heaven and earth. A teacher, author, and podcaster, she shares stories of greater meaning, purpose, and resonance with all of nature’s beings. Founded the Luminous Spaces School with online courses in feng shui, earth energy healing, biophilic design, and nature spirituality. Her newest book, The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You, is now available! (Mango Publishing, Dec 2024).
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