
ABOUT THE FOUNDER


CHRISTOPHER QUISENG
Naropa University, M.A., Ecopsychology
Founder and Lead Guide
Christopher Quiseng lives near the summit of Kilauea Volcano, within the Ola'a rainforest on the Big Island of Hawai'i's windward side. He is a professionally trained ecopsychologist and wilderness guide who has been leading transformational outdoor experiences in ecosystem education since 2005. He is passionate about learning from the natural world and living systems, which continues to inspire his work for the betterment of people and the planet. Christopher facilitates experiential programs on the Island of Hawai'i and beyond, bringing participants into a deeper relationship with themselves and the world. His focus is to increase eco-literacy and regenerative mindset through the combination of nature immersion and community collaboration. Christopher utilizes his skills in community engagement, workshop facilitation, and deep listening with his previous experiences as a national park archeologist, search and rescue park ranger, mental health professional, and community educator to bring personal, social, and environmental well-being into focus.

"His breadth of practices and ability to reflect the sacred wisdom of the relationship between the outer and inner landscape is both life changing and life affirming."
- Heather H., Clinical Social Work/Therapist
"Chris is an amazing educator and facilitator. I was lucky enough to work with him twice with two separate groups of students over this past summer. He has an incredible awareness and attentiveness towards people that I'm sure are just the surface level of why my students walked away with a deeper connection to nature. I most vividly remember walking back with Chris where we spoke about his passion for teaching and learning. While these workshops were meant for my students, I walked away inspired and revitalized to continue on my path as an educator."
- Andrew S., THRIVING SUN participant
"He has a gift for open-hearted acceptance, mentoring by example, balancing challenge and nurturing, and creating the conditions for transformation to arise."
- Kylie, Executive Director, Rites of Passage Journeys
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