# 177: Good Natured Learning with Becca Katz: Transforming Schools in Kenya Through Outdoor Classrooms

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Podcast: [Outdoor Classrooms Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/outdoor-classrooms-podcast-6002268)
Published: 2025-12-16T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://outdoor-classrooms.captivate.fm
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## Resource

In this episode, Becca from Good Natured Learning shares how her work has expanded from Colorado to Kenya, piloting Outdoor Learning Collaborations in two schools within Nairobi’s informal settlements. She breaks down the Spaces–Systems–Skills model, the power of co-creation with teachers and communities, and the vision to bring this work to 12+ Kenyan schools in 2026. 🎬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why Good Natured Learning began and how it’s evolved across continents What nature-based learning looks like in Colorado vs. Kenya How Outdoor Learning Collaborations bring nature access to schools with little green space The impact of rooftop “living classrooms” in Kibera and Mathare How co-creation with teachers strengthens ownership and sustainability The vision for expanding to 12+ schools in 2026—and who’s needed to make it possible Simple ways educators can bring nature into learning anywhere 👤 Meet Becca Becca is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Good Natured Learning . A nature-based educator for over two decades, she has worked across the U.S. and Kenya to integrate outdoor learning, redesign school systems, and co-create inclusive, nature-connected learning environments. With both Stanford training and years of wilderness experience, she’s committed to making nature-based learning accessible, meaningful, and transformative for all schools. Contact Becca: EMAIL: becca@goodnaturedlearning.org Outdoor Classroom Resources & Links: 🌿 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program 🌸 CIRCLE Membership for Educators 🎓 Teaching Beyond Walls Capstone Course CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.com EMAIL: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.com Instagram: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/ Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1

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