Get Outside!

Both adults and children are spending more and more time glued to a screen indoors these days. We'd like to reverse that trend. Getting outdoors, even for a…
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Trail running: the perfect combination of exercise and nature that heals the body and soul. Have you tried it? | Via Flickr, photo credit: Stephen Outdoor, Running, Nature, Exercises, Outdoor Workouts, Golf Courses, Exercise, Get Outdoors, Get Outside
The Dick Collins Fire Trails 50 Mile race - 2013
Trail running: the perfect combination of exercise and nature that heals the body and soul. Have you tried it? | Via Flickr, photo credit: Stephen
Anyone spending their holiday like this? Looks like the recipe for relaxation and relaxation... | Via Lux Et Amor on Tumblr Fotos, Fotografia, Beautiful, Uman, Naturaleza, Fernweh, Scenery, Paisajes
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Anyone spending their holiday like this? Looks like the recipe for relaxation and relaxation... | Via Lux Et Amor on Tumblr
Kings Gap, #Pennsylvania State Park, Sixteen miles of hiking trails on South Mountain, with a panoramic view of the Cumberland Valley: http://ow.ly/zxgXn | Via the Pennsylvania DNR State Parks, Chesapeake Bay, Cumberland Valley, South Mountain, Cumberland, Chesapeake, Valley, Miles
Children investigate a stream at Kings Gap, Pennsylvania State Parks
Kings Gap, #Pennsylvania State Park, Sixteen miles of hiking trails on South Mountain, with a panoramic view of the Cumberland Valley: http://ow.ly/zxgXn | Via the Pennsylvania DNR
A beautiful, serene scene. Go for a walk in the trees--it does the body and soul good! | Via PhotoDom Odense, Wald, Photo, Resim, Fotografie, Natural, Picture
A beautiful, serene scene. Go for a walk in the trees--it does the body and soul good! | Via PhotoDom
Great sentiment from Discover the Forest's Facebook page. The things #kids learn--especially a love for the #outdoors, can stay with them for life! Learning, Quotes, Nature Quotes, Enjoyment, Discover The Forest, Sentimental
Great sentiment from Discover the Forest's Facebook page. The things #kids learn--especially a love for the #outdoors, can stay with them for life!
We'd read here any time! "OK, it's not a book -- but a place to read books! This Little Free Library offers children the enjoyment of literature in a lovely, natural setting. Children's books are written on all levels, so even adults can find pleasure in our titles. Please come enjoy the plants and flowing water while you soak up a book!" (Pictured,Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Henrico, VA | Via @lewisginter Backyard, Garden, Country Roads, Eco Friendly
We'd read here any time! "OK, it's not a book -- but a place to read books! This Little Free Library offers children the enjoyment of literature in a lovely, natural setting. Children's books are written on all levels, so even adults can find pleasure in our titles. Please come enjoy the plants and flowing water while you soak up a book!" (Pictured,Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Henrico, VA | Via @lewisginter
From elevating one's mood to providing a rejuvenating way to relax or recuperate from an accident or illness, gardens have long been revered as places of healing. | Via Muskoka Gardener Plants, Gardens, Healing Garden, Garden Bridge, Healing, Outdoor Structures
Healing gardens for body, mind and soul
From elevating one's mood to providing a rejuvenating way to relax or recuperate from an accident or illness, gardens have long been revered as places of healing. | Via Muskoka Gardener
The more time spent #outdoors, the more comfortable, fearless and excited #kids feel towards #nature. Add to that new skills learned, low costs, and fun adventures to be had...sounds like a win/win! | "6 Reasons to Take Your Kids #Camping" via @treehugger Summer, Camping Games, Tent Camping, Hotels, Camping, Outdoor Camping, Camping With Kids
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The more time spent #outdoors, the more comfortable, fearless and excited #kids feel towards #nature. Add to that new skills learned, low costs, and fun adventures to be had...sounds like a win/win! | "6 Reasons to Take Your Kids #Camping" via @treehugger
"Time spent outdoors helps foster children’s creativity and imagination, taking them even further than their feet ever could." | Via Discover the Forest Help Kids Learn, Mindfulness For Kids, Life Learning, Fostering Children
"Time spent outdoors helps foster children’s creativity and imagination, taking them even further than their feet ever could." | Via Discover the Forest
Enough said! Great message from Discover the Forest. Outdoor Play, Go Camping, Health Plus
Enough said! Great message from Discover the Forest.
While apps can be a fun way to bridge the gap between a nature-newbie and the outdoors, sometimes, you just have to put the phone away and enjoy the magnificence around you. | Via Tumblr user Dempsey Lives Well Colorado, Travel, Backpacking, Wanderlust, Budapest, Adventure, Trips
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While apps can be a fun way to bridge the gap between a nature-newbie and the outdoors, sometimes, you just have to put the phone away and enjoy the magnificence around you. | Via Tumblr user Dempsey Lives Well
Getting outside and letting kids (or kids at heart!) explore is the perfect way to encourage creative thinking and stoke their curiosity. Love this image via Discover the Forest. Ideas, Lesson Plans, Teaching, Teaching Freebies, Science Activities For Kids, Free Lesson Plans, Science Activities, School Ideas, Classroom
Getting outside and letting kids (or kids at heart!) explore is the perfect way to encourage creative thinking and stoke their curiosity. Love this image via Discover the Forest.
A true national treasure. Get out and explore this beautiful country!  "Mariposa Grove - Yosemite National Park, California" | Via Lantern Press National Parks, Canada, Retro, Vintage, California National Parks, Redwood National Park, Sequoia National Park, National Park Posters
Yosemite National Park, California - Mariposa Grove
A true national treasure. Get out and explore this beautiful country! "Mariposa Grove - Yosemite National Park, California" | Via Lantern Press
Unplug. Enough said! Love this oldie-but-goodie campaign by the Ad Council | Via DiscovertheForest.org Crafts, Wellness, Unplug, Nature Based Classroom
Unplug. Enough said! Love this oldie-but-goodie campaign by the Ad Council | Via DiscovertheForest.org
International Mud Day was yesterday! Cheers to all the Nature Explore Classrooms going out and letting kids laugh and learn muddily in nature today! | Via Nature Explore Play, Outdoors, Kid Friendly, Day Camp
International Mud Day was yesterday! Cheers to all the Nature Explore Classrooms going out and letting kids laugh and learn muddily in nature today! | Via Nature Explore
#Summer is amazing for hikes, camping and otherwise enjoying the beautiful spaces of this planet--but be sure to heed Smoky's #TBT warning. We don't need any more fires! | Via US Forest Service The Great Outdoors, Art, Us Forest Service, Forest Service, Forestry, Fire Prevention
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#Summer is amazing for hikes, camping and otherwise enjoying the beautiful spaces of this planet--but be sure to heed Smoky's #TBT warning. We don't need any more fires! | Via US Forest Service
#Summer at its absolute finest--a row of trees framing the most spectacular star-studded sky. Get outside, get away from the city and find some stars this summer!  (Photo taken of Mt. Rainier National Park) | Via Flickr, photo credit: Charlie Reynolds Ciel, Bunga, Berg, Wonder
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#Summer at its absolute finest--a row of trees framing the most spectacular star-studded sky. Get outside, get away from the city and find some stars this summer! (Photo taken of Mt. Rainier National Park) | Via Flickr, photo credit: Charlie Reynolds
National Get #Outdoors Day was this weekend--hope you got the chance to get your outside fix, and if not, you've got plenty of opportunity to enjoy nature and our beautiful world all summer (and fall, winter, spring...)! #GOday | Via GetOutdoorsUSA, image via Discover the Forest, Winter
National Get Outdoors Day
National Get #Outdoors Day was this weekend--hope you got the chance to get your outside fix, and if not, you've got plenty of opportunity to enjoy nature and our beautiful world all summer (and fall, winter, spring...)! #GOday | Via GetOutdoorsUSA, image via Discover the Forest,
#DYK: Did you know more than 245 million Americans live within 100 miles from a National #Forest or Grassland? Father's Day is a great excuse to get out to your nearest park or forest and go #camping! #summer #fathersday http://1.usa.gov/TX2zo3  (pictured: Gifford Pinchot National Forest, photo credit: Sarah Bartell) Camping Hacks, Camping And Hiking, Goa, Adventure Travel, Destinations, Camping Places
Camping at its Best - Gifford Pinchot National Forest
#DYK: Did you know more than 245 million Americans live within 100 miles from a National #Forest or Grassland? Father's Day is a great excuse to get out to your nearest park or forest and go #camping! #summer #fathersday http://1.usa.gov/TX2zo3 (pictured: Gifford Pinchot National Forest, photo credit: Sarah Bartell)
#June is National Great Outdoors Month, by presidential proclamation! (Pictured: President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama with hikers near the Blue Ridge Parkway outside of Asheville, NC | Via American Trails Autumn, Places, Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina Mountains, Blue Ridge, Community Park, Travel Sites
June is Great Outdoors Month
#June is National Great Outdoors Month, by presidential proclamation! (Pictured: President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama with hikers near the Blue Ridge Parkway outside of Asheville, NC | Via American Trails
In defense of boredom: it can lead to imaginative play, creativity and the great outdoors. #play #kids #summer | Via Richard Louv and the The Children & Nature Network Parents, Montessori, Boredom, Imaginative Play
IN DEFENSE OF BOREDOM: It Can Lead to Imaginative Play, Creativity and the Great Outdoors
In defense of boredom: it can lead to imaginative play, creativity and the great outdoors. #play #kids #summer | Via Richard Louv and the The Children & Nature Network
We love this campaign (oldie but goodie) encouraging kids to get outdoors from Discover the Forest. Unplugging is a good thing! | Via Discover the Forest Design, Paris, Marvel, Screen Free, Screen Free Activities, Discover, Forest
We love this campaign (oldie but goodie) encouraging kids to get outdoors from Discover the Forest. Unplugging is a good thing! | Via Discover the Forest
Study after study keeps confirming it. The secret to boosting your mood is right outside the door! | Via Discover the Forest Happy, Get Happy, Beautiful Day
Discover The Forest
Study after study keeps confirming it. The secret to boosting your mood is right outside the door! | Via Discover the Forest
Fun doesn't have to cost a thing (or at least very much!) Picnics in the park, trail and nature walks, scavenger hunts in the yard or neighborhood, visits to wildlife preserves & nature centers...go have some low-/no-cost fun outdoors! | Via Frugal Living Mom Children, Pre K, Family Night, Family Life, Family Fun Night, Family, Family Picnic, Family Activities, Family Time
How to Have Fun With the Family on a Small Budget - Frugal Living Mom
Fun doesn't have to cost a thing (or at least very much!) Picnics in the park, trail and nature walks, scavenger hunts in the yard or neighborhood, visits to wildlife preserves & nature centers...go have some low-/no-cost fun outdoors! | Via Frugal Living Mom
Get out and get to know this beautiful earth! | Via The Cavender Diary Vintage Travel, Vintage National Park Posters, Wpa National Park Posters, Parks, Park Ranger
Ranger of the Lost Art
Get out and get to know this beautiful earth! | Via The Cavender Diary
Looks like a worthy adventure. Into the trees! | Via Man & Camera Tours, Iphone, Lugares, Beautiful Places, Favorite Places, Places To Go
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Looks like a worthy adventure. Into the trees! | Via Man & Camera
We love this pyramid--and think adults could probably benefit from this same plan! #outdoors #getoutside #play #nature | Via Nature Kids Institute Life Hacks, Coaching, Nature Education, Outdoor Education, Nature Play
We love this pyramid--and think adults could probably benefit from this same plan! #outdoors #getoutside #play #nature | Via Nature Kids Institute
Hiking Rocky Mountain National Park--a great guide to some off the beaten path (literally) routes and tips. | Via Roadtrippers Denver, Florida Keys, Rocky Mountains, Rocky Mountain National Park
Hiking Rocky Mountain National Park--a great guide to some off the beaten path (literally) routes and tips. | Via Roadtrippers
Nature’s Notebook (a "citizen science" arm of the USA Phenology Network) invites citizens young and old to get outside this spring, and join their neighbors in observing plant and animal life events in your backyards. | Via U.S. Department of the Interior Minnesota, Minneapolis Minnesota, Minneapolis, Physical Health, Citizen Science, Environmental Education, Walking In Nature, Club
Tick-Tock, Nature’s Clock Out of Sync?
Nature’s Notebook (a "citizen science" arm of the USA Phenology Network) invites citizens young and old to get outside this spring, and join their neighbors in observing plant and animal life events in your backyards. | Via U.S. Department of the Interior