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The Nature Conservancy, REI, Children and Nature Network, and ecoAmerica have partnered to launch Nature Rocks, an initiative to motivate parents to get out and enjoy nature this summer.
Do you already have activities scheduled for your children this summer? How many of those are outside? Our children spend less and less time outside. Time spent outside gives families the chance to connect without the distraction of technology, get some exercise, and explore new destinations that might be as close as their own backyard. And, best of all, many outside activities are free!
From the Nature Rocks press release:
“The benefits of nature for children are fundamental. We have seen tremendous growth in the movement to get children back outside, as parents realize these benefits for their children, and themselves, and spread the word,” said Richard Louv, co-founder of The Children & Nature Network and author of the best-seller Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder. “And, as families look for lower cost vacation options, we hope they will discover that nature offers them a personal stimulus package – the joy and cost-effectiveness of summer getaways in nearby nature – saving money while improving the physical and emotional well-being of their children.”
"Whether seeking outdoor activities at local sites such as parks and campsites, or looking for new activities to keep out-of-school kids active in backyards and neighborhoods, the 2009 Summer Nature Staycation Planning Guide offers information and solutions for all families, including those new to spending time outdoors. Additionally, the Nature Rocks website has more than 100 activity recommendations, as well as user-friendly nature finder and social networking tools to assist families in implementing their own Nature Staycations this summer."
To get started on planning outside activities and vacations, download the free 2009 Summer Nature Staycation Planning Guide.
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