
Nature's kin
Tales of people and their places
Nature's Kin: Tales of People and Their Places
What role does nature play in your life? And what daily practices do you engage in to protect the nature around you?
This year, we're featuring personal tales of individuals who have a profound bond with the natural world surrounding them and the decisions they make to maintain, contribute to, or thoughtfully engage with it.
Episode 1
Gabriel Rosa
An outdoor man at heart, Gabriel grew up on a farm in the South of Brazil where he spent his days fishing and riding horses with his grandfather and mountain biking with his friends. His passion for the outdoors, the sea and photography takes him to places and on adventures where he tries to show the beauty of his surroundings through his lens. Gabriel now lives in the South of Portugal, where he surrounds and immerses himself daily in the natural beauty that this place has to offer. He is dedicated to keeping it unchanged and unspoiled. Watch Gabriel’s full story in this short documentary.

Gabriel Rosa - episode 1
Discover Gabriel’s inspiring and adventurous life story below
Episode 2
Patrizia Bruno
If anyone truly embodies what it means to protect and connect with nature, it’s Patrizia.
She grew up in the Italian Alps, which served as her endless playground. Together with her parents and sister, she travelled extensively in their van, spending her days hiking, climbing and camping in the mountains.
As a journalist and author, Patrizia has explored some of the most remote places on Earth, travelling far and wide in search of stories and adventure.
Today, she has settled along the southwest coast of France. For the first time in her life she has felt the desire to stay in one place. All while continuing to embrace her adventurous and free-spirited way of life.

PATRIZIA BRUNO - Episode 2
Be inspired by the magic of the French Pyrenees and Patrizia’s story
Episode 3
Koji & Shiba
Koji and Shiba are devoted parents and passionate advocates of living in harmony with nature, guided by the principles of traditional Japanese culture. They aim to highlight the importance of integrating nature into everyday life, both for personal growth and in raising their son.
Their commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement reflects a deep belief in the essential role nature plays in fostering well-being, creativity and a sense of gratitude. Through their insights and experiences, they reveal the profound benefits of staying closely connected to nature in today’s fast-changing and demanding world.

Koji & Shiba - Episode 3
Where Japanese tradition and nature meet; discover the story of Koji and Shiba
Episode 4
Renske Borst
Renske finds her deepest sense of calm in nature, far away from the noise of everyday life. Her mission is to inspire others to step outside and discover the beauty of nature for themselves. And that beauty can be found closer than you might think, right here in the Netherlands.
Renske has written three books about it and uses social media to share just how much our country has to offer. Over the past ten years, she has ‘captured’ all her trips in a unique forest cabin of her own, a special place where you can experience nature in its purest form and complete tranquility.

Renske Borst - Episode 4
Discover how Dutch nature offers peace and inspiration in Renske’s story




