OUT AND ABOUT
FAMILY NATURE
CONNECTION
Connecting Kids With Nature
Why is it important for kids and families to connect with nature?
Nature helps kids
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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
As parents you will
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learn to know and understand your children on a deeper level
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have lots of fun with your kids
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meet other nature-loving families
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help strengthen your community
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nurture strong and meaningful bonds with your kids
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make amazing family memories
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improve your own mental well being
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rediscover the many benefits of reconnecting with nature yourself
OUT AND ABOUT
Out and About promotes families being active outdoors in nature.
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We promote events and activities that encourage children to interact with nature through play.
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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.
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Please encourage your children to respect the bush and wildlife, and remember: ‘Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but photographs.’
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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 is non profit and has no commercial affiliations.