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
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Fall (Kid-Friendly) Hike to Playground Site
Houston Meadow Trailhead 991 E Cathedral Rd., Philadelphia, PAEnjoy an easy hike along the Houston Meadow Trail ending at Houston Recreation Center’s awesome playground!
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Leisurely Leafy Fall Fun – Around the Farm (@ Awbury)
The Farm at Awbury 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PAJoin us for a relatively quick and easy hike along the Farm side of Awbury Arboretum's grounds, as well as for some leisure fall fun activities. We'll stroll along the […]
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(Outdoors) It’s Almost Winter: Fun Meanderings Around the Farm
The Farm at Awbury 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PAJoin us for a relatively quick and easy hike along the Farm side of Awbury Arboretum's grounds, as well as for some fun activities. We'll meander along the trail, where […]
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(Outdoors) Warm-Up Meadow Hike (Kid-Friendly/Playground)
Houston Meadow Trailhead 991 E Cathedral Rd., Philadelphia, PAIt's time to warm-up, as the temperatures have dropped and winter is almost here! Join us for an easy/moderate hike, along the Houston Meadow Trail, which will get the heart […]
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Puppet/Theater Fun Along the Trail
Blue Bell Park West Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWe're bringing a twist of theater and puppet character fun to the trails. This will be a hike/nature stroll lead by a fun-loving puppet character (trained and handled by our […]
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Walk with CHOP! (12/13)
CHOP Cobbs Creek Primary Care 225 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesNeed some fun walking buddies? Look no further than your friends at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Hiking Hound Adventures! During this monthly walking series, explore the beautiful gem of […]
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Leaves of Fun: Boardwalk Loop, Tree ID, & Leaf Ornament (@ Heinz)
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWinter is almost here, so the leaves have all likely fallen from the trees down to the ground! ALSO, it may seem like wildlife is starting to hide, but wait, […]
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Leaves of Fun: Playground Fun, Tree ID, & Leaf Ornament (@ Cobbs)
Cobbs Creek Nature Playground 700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy, Philadelphia, PAWinter starts tomorrow, 12/21, so the leaves of trees have all likely fallen to the ground! However, we'll stroll about the scenic Cobbs Creek Trail to see what we see, […]
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Puppet/Theater Fun Along the Trail
Blue Bell Park West Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWe're bringing a twist of theater and puppet character fun to the trails. This will be a hike/nature stroll lead by a fun-loving puppet character (trained and handled by our […]
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(Indoor/Outdoor) Hidden “Leaf” Creations
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEver thought, "Let's go find some hidden treasures." Well, that's what we'll be doing during this session, though with a spin... we'll be finding things that can normally only be […]
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Benefits of Outdoor Play
Healthier heart and lungs
Better mood
Improves cognition and focus
Fosters sense of well-being
A break from devices
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