How to Meditate Outdoors Jenni Gritters|April 22, 2022 Three exercises to tune into your surroundings outdoors—even if you’re just walking around your neighborhood
Your Guide for Journaling in Nature Karla Amador and Mandi Carozza|April 22, 2022 Combining journaling with time outside offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while, processing your thoughts and emotions.
Spending Just 120 Minutes a Week Has Health Benefits, Research Shows Jenni Gritters|April 22, 2022 Research shows time outside is good for us. Now, a new study reveals the number of minutes we need to tally up weekly in order to start reaping the rewards.
President Trump Signs Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act into Law REI Staff|December 7, 2020 In a win for veterans, President Trump Sunday signed into law the Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act as part of the Veterans COMPACT Act, which will make it easier for veterans to use the outdoors as part of their medical treatment and therapy.
A New Bill Could Provide Better Outdoor Recreation Programs for Veterans Jenni Gritters|November 10, 2020 The Senate today unanimously passed the Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act, which would expand opportunities for veterans to access the outdoors for their health & well-being.
Op-Ed: Finding Nature and Each Other Richard Louv|April 1, 2020 Bestselling author Richard Louv, who coined the term "Nature Deficit Disorder," writes about having nature close, even when we're at home.
How to Get Through the Thru-Hiking Off-Season Jenni Gritters|January 10, 2020 Thru-hiking can be the experience of a lifetime, but adjusting to life off-trail can be tricky. Here are 10 tips from four experts who have done just that.
What Is Eco-Anxiety? Jenni Gritters|December 12, 2019 Forms of climate change-driven depression and anxiety are on the rise, according to new studies.
Reports Show Wildland Firefighters May Struggle in Secret Once the Season Ends Jenni Gritters|November 13, 2019 Research suggests there are heightened mental health risks for nature's first responders. What can we do to help?
Fight the Daylight Saving Slump With Time Outside Jenni Gritters|October 31, 2019 Want to help your body switch faster? Make plans to head outside!
In Our Nature: Are Forest Preschools the Way of the Future? Jenni Gritters|October 17, 2019 Forest preschools are more popular than ever. Now public schools are using the lessons of forest preschools to make them more accessible to more kids.
School’s Out Olivia Dwyer|September 12, 2019 There are more than 400 outdoor preschools in the U.S. designed to create a closer connection between children and nature. But are the programs simply a trend for green parents, or a lasting model for early-childhood education?
