Hi, my name is Erin Riordan and I’m a lifelong student of the plants, waters, fungi, and animals in the local ecosystem. I’m committed to discovering pathways for human reconnection with nature, within and without, through grief, ritual, story, art, dreamwork, movement, and generally, slowing down.

I studied creative writing at Marlboro College and yoga at Green Yogi and Prajna Yoga. I also practiced Zen Buddhist meditation and studied dharma at the San Francisco Zen Center for many years. My teachers include eco-dharma activist Joanna Macy, Zen farm elder Emila Heller, Zen master Reb Anderson, and non-violent communication wizard Sarah Peyton. I’m currently in training to be a licensed counselor.

Some of my favorite activities are losing track of time resting under a redwood tree, foraging fruit and mushrooms in my watershed, and meandering in my kayak in Tomales Bay.