Nature Can Heal

Our mission is to help our children and families become healthy and happy by spending time outside in nature.

Free Family Activities & Events

Kids Learn to Ride Class + Community Resource Fair

Lil' Philly Safety Village West Cayuga Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

This FREE program is hosted by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. Click HERE to register. Schedule: 10AM-12PM: Kids Learn to Ride Class (registration required) 11:30AM-1:30PM: Community Resource Fair (FREE Bike Helmets + Bike Raffle) The two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches children ages 4-12 how to ride a bicycle. This class is perfect for […]

Heartfelt Notes: Leaf Etching Notecards & Leisurely Play

FDR Park 1500 Pattison Avenue and S Broad St, Philadelphia, United States

FALL is here, so leaves are abound! Join us as we create note cards, adorned with leaf etchings, where we'll add words of inspiration, fun, and/or kindness. In addition, young ones can take time for leisurely play at FDR's amazing playground. Meet Location:  In the vicinity of the Anna C Verna Playground at FDR Park.  […]

Free

Education Center Open House: Spooky Critters

Norristown Farm Park 2500 Upper Farm Road, Norristown, PA, United States

Happy Spooky Season! When you think about spooky, what animals come to mind? Come discover why critters like snakes, bats, spiders and more are not as scary as they seem! Say hi to Buddy our resident garter snake and create some fun crafts of those other spooky critters. The building will be staffed from 11:00am […]

Free

Walk with CHOP! (October 12)

CHOP Cobbs Creek Primary Care 225 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Need some fun walking buddies? Look no further than your friends at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia! During this monthly walking series, explore the beautiful gem of Cobbs Creek park with CHOP employees who are also looking to get their daily dose of nature! We’ll have giveaways, seasonal scavenger hunts, and snacks! Fill your nature prescription […]

Free

Vroom, Vroom: Van-tasticly Fun Activity Time

Cobbs Creek Nature Playground 700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA

Join us for a leisurely program in the vicinity of the Cobbs Creek Nature Playground.  Let's Go Outdoors, in partnership with Let's Go 1-2-3, will be pulling up in our outfitted van to offer some fun activities.  These may include: H2O Olympics, DIY Watershed, and Create Your Own Owl, and/or another activity.  In between our […]

Free

Fall (Kid-Friendly) Hike to Playground Site

Houston Meadow Trailhead 991 E Cathedral Rd., Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy an easy hike along the Houston Meadow Trail ending at Houston Recreation Center’s awesome playground!

Free

Nature Obstacle Course (Northwood Academy Charter School)

Northwood Park 1002 Arrott Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us after school at Northwood Park for Sport of Life Inc.'s Nature Obstacle Course, a dynamic outdoor adventure designed to challenge and delight children while they explore the natural world. Recommended for 2nd and 3rd graders. START TIME:  3:15PM (This is an after-school program, though students outside Northwood Academy Charter School are able to […]

Free

Nature Obstacle Course (KIPP Catto)

KIPP Catto 4601 Market Street 19139, Philadelphia, PA

Join us after school at KIPP Catto for Sport of Life Inc.'s Nature Obstacle Course, a dynamic outdoor adventure designed to challenge and delight children while they explore the natural world. Recommended for 2nd and 3rd graders. START TIME:  3:15PM (This is an after-school program, though students outside KIPP Catto are able to be registered). […]

Free

Books & Cooks (last one!)

The Garden at CHOP Karabots Pediatric Care Center 4865 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Due to unforeseen circumstances the Books & Cooks program scheduled for October 15 has been cancelled. We hope you were able to enjoy this 2024 program series and we'll be keeping our fingers crossed it will be offered again in 2025. Thank you for your understanding!

Nature Obstacle Course (KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Academy)

KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Academy 5900 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Join us after school at KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Academy for Sport of Life Inc.'s Nature Obstacle Course, a dynamic outdoor adventure designed to challenge and delight children while they explore the natural world. Recommended for Kindergarten through 2nd graders. START TIME:  3:15PM (This is an after-school program, though students outside KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory […]

Free

Full Moon Hike

Norristown Farm Park 2500 Upper Farm Road, Norristown, PA, United States

Hosted by Norristown Farm Park, come experience a hike under the full moon. This nearly two mile hike will be led by Park Ranger Dave. See some nocturnal animals and experience the starry sky. Wear sturdy shoes for hiking. Limited parking is available! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER on the Norristown Farm Park website and be […]

Nature Yoga and Poetry for Families

Pastorious Park Roanoke Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us as we explore the natural world through yoga and poetry! Mary Lynn Ellis, Poet and English teacher, and Jana Gunby, Owner of Heartwell Yoga, will guide us through observing the natural world with a “poet’s eye,” experiencing the natural world through yoga, and then writing our own poetry. This is a family event […]

Free

Benefits of Outdoor Play

Healthier heart and lungs

Better mood

Improves cognition and focus

Fosters sense of well-being

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