In her talk, Linda Åkeson McGurk invites us to rediscover nature as a source of creativity, resilience and hope. Drawing on her Nordic roots and the philosophy of friluftsliv – open-air life – she shows how embracing the outdoors, rain or shine, strengthens children’s development, supports our own well-being, and deepens our care for the planet. Blending stories, science, and her lived experience, Linda offers simple daily practices that help us face challenging times — and reminds us why stepping outside has never been more important.
SPEAKER: Linda Åkeson McGurk
Swedish-American writer, speaker, and passionate advocate for outdoor living. A bestselling author of There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather and The Open-Air Life, translated into 12 languages, she brings the Nordic tradition of friluftsliv—open-air life—to audiences worldwide.
Swedish-American writer, speaker, and passionate advocate for outdoor living. A bestselling author of There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather and The Open-Air Life, translated into 12 languages, she brings the Nordic tradition of friluftsliv—open-air life—to audiences worldwide.
