Civilizational progress allows us to live easier and longer, but at the same time, it moves us away from what we came from - nature. Srećko Vukov is the brainchild of Via Adriatica, promoter of natural beauties of the Republic of Croatia and active stay in nature. In his speech, he introduces us to his relationship with nature and the reasons why he thinks everyone should give nature a chance. I was born and live in Zagreb. I am a lover of active stay in nature and the natural beauty of Croatia. Through the association I founded, I have led about 260 cycling, kayaking and hiking trips, and through outdoor photography I actively promote the natural beauty of Croatia and the benefits of an active stay in nature. Rowing I met a dozen Croatian rivers, hiked all the Croatian mountains, and cycled twice to the sea in 1999, from Zagreb through Gorski Kotar to the islands of Krk, Cres and Lošinj to Zadar, to Šibenik, and in 2000 from Zagreb to Dubrovnik and more to Šibenik. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx