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Why is it important for kids and families to connect with nature?

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        Nature helps kids 

 

  • stimulate their senses

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  • grow and thrive in the world

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  • know, love and care for the natural world

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  • be more self-disciplined and focused

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  • become more self-confident and co-operative

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  • develop their leadership abilities

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  • become more optimistic

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  • explore, discover, imagine and create

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  • problem solve

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  • develop great physical activity habits for life

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  • learn how time in nature can help them slow down and de-stress

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  • realise that time in nature can be way more exciting than electronic devices

 


 

   

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          As parents you will

 

  • learn to know and understand your children on a deeper level 

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  • have lots of fun with your kids

 

  • meet other nature-loving families 

 

  • help strengthen your community 

 

  • nurture strong and meaningful bonds with your kids 

 

  • make amazing family memories 

 

  • improve your own mental well being 

 

  • rediscover the many benefits of reconnecting with nature yourself

                      OUT AND ABOUT                                                                 

Out and About promotes families being active outdoors in nature.

  • We promote events and activities that encourage children to interact with nature through play.

  • We encourage children to accept stewardship of their environment by caring for plants and animals and by reducing the impact of plastics and other pollutants.

  • Please encourage your children to respect the bush and wildlife, and remember: ‘Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but photographs.’

  • Get out and have fun (yes adults you too)!

DISCLAIMER: Out and About accepts no liability for any injury, loss, or damage arising from any cause whatsoever as a result of participation in activities.

Out and About has no commercial affiliations.

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