In Planted, I share the stories of eight people who are inspired by nature and have stories to tell because of it.

Nadia MonacoNadia loves mushrooms, even after they almost cost her her life.

Nadia Monaco

Nadia loves mushrooms, even after they almost cost her her life.

Laura ReevesOne of Laura's project in the forest got her learning not only about plants but also about herself.

Laura Reeves

One of Laura's projects in the forest got her learning not only about plants but also about herself.

 
Richard StaniforthRichard, who the herbarium at the University of Winnipeg is named after, has been a "plant guy" for years. But upon moving to Winnipeg, one species gave him quite the surprise.

Richard Staniforth

Richard, who the herbarium at the University of Winnipeg is named after, has been a "plant guy" for years. But upon moving to Winnipeg, one species gave him quite the surprise.

Dave DanielsDave, who lives on Long Plain First Nation, can be difficult to locate, seeing as when he's not out harvesting medicinal plants, he's often touring the country sharing his knowledge.

Dave Daniels

Dave, who lives on Long Plain First Nation, can be difficult to locate, seeing as when he's not out harvesting medicinal plants, he's often touring the country sharing his knowledge.

Lindsey EmberleyLindsey's daughter passed away in a car crash just over a year ago. She's turned to nature for healing, looking for signs of her daughter among the plants, animals, and sky. Photo courtesy of Lindsey.

Lindsey Emberley

Lindsey's daughter passed away in a car crash in December 2015. She turned to nature for healing, looking for signs of her daughter among the plants, animals, and sky. Photo courtesy of Lindsey.

Les PelletierLes's interest in nature started right when he was born, really, since he was named after his Uncle Les — a trapper, fishing guide, and hunting guide.

Les Pelletier

Les's interest in nature started right when he was born, really, since he was named after his Uncle Les — a trapper, fishing guide, and hunting guide.

Kelly LeaskWhat's the plant that will connect people to nature, showing its importance and protecting the environment? Kelly thinks she has the answer.

Kelly Leask

What's the plant that will connect people to nature, showing its importance and protecting the environment? Kelly thinks she has the answer.

John MorganFor 30 years, John has been saving Manitoba's prairies, having started Canada's first prairie restoration business.

John Morgan

For 30 years, John has been saving Manitoba's prairies, having started Canada's first prairie restoration business.