This conceptual 4.6 kilometre walk takes you on a journey through the Earth’s deep history from its beginnings, 4.6 billion years ago, to the present day. At a pace of 1 million years per metre, we journey through the Earth’s rich and complex history, stopping off at key moments to revisit the evolution of the landscapes and life on Earth through stories, poetry, conversation and reflection.

Starting at the formation of the solar system and the creation of our planet, we will cover some of the significant events which have led to life as we know it today: the formation of the Moon, the oceans, the atmosphere, the appearance of life, mass extinctions, and the appearance of our own species, humans.

The walk will give you an embodied sense of the scale of the Earth's history and a deep appreciation for its significance in our lives today.

By participating in a Deep Time Walk, you will:

• learn about the Earth's history through an embodied, creative walking experience

• share a deep sense of gratitude for our planet with others

• reflect on our duty to protect the fragile ecosystems we are a part of

These walks are open to all and are intended to be inspiring and empowering, bringing you a sense of collective drive and hope.

This conceptual walk was created at the Schumacher College and all material shared during the walk is property of the Deep Time Walk Project under a creative commons license. 10% of the walk fee goes to the DTWP in support of their work.