Bring Health Outdoors

Everyone deserves access to the health benefits of nature

 

Find Your Vibe Outside

  • Tweet Tweet: Looping for Birds, Scavenger Hunt & Birdhouse

    Wissahickon Environmental Center (The Tree House) 300 W Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

    Join us as we start out with a fun nature scavenger hunt to engage the kiddos in some outdoor curiosity exploration, and then we'll take a short easy hike along […]

    Free
  • Springtime Meanderings – Around the Farm

    The Farm at Awbury 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA

    Join 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 […]

    Free
  • Springtime Meadow Hike (Kid-Friendly/Playground)

    Spring is here!  Let's spring into gear with a kid-friendly hike... Join us for an easy/moderate hike, along the Houston Meadow Trail, which will get the heart pumping, as well […]

    Free
  • Kids Nature Walk (@ Plymouth Meeting Park)

    Community Center Park (in Plymouth Township) 2910 Jolly Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

    Join Hiking Hound Adventures, LLC for a free, family-friendly Kids Nature Walk designed to get children excited about the outdoors. This guided walk will explore local trails while introducing basic […]

    Free
  • Walk with CHOP: Shadowlands

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

    Walk with CHOP, for real life? Wackadoo! Embark on a Bluey-inspired adventure in the park alongside healthcare professionals also looking to fill their nature prescriptions! In May, meet at CHOP […]

    Free
  • Family Yoga

    The Cope House at Awbury Arboretum 1 Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Heartwell Yoga for a family yoga class where we’ll explore the natural world in springtime through yoga and mindfulness. We’ll use songs, stories, breath, movement and relaxation to celebrate […]

    Free
  • Walk with CHOP: The Creek

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

    Walk with CHOP, for real life? Wackadoo! Embark on a Bluey-inspired adventure in the park alongside healthcare professionals also looking to fill their nature prescriptions! In June, meet at CHOP […]

    Free

Benefits of Outdoor Play

Healthier heart and lungs

Running, climbing, & jumping are all examples of physical activity that increase heart rate while having fun.

Better mood

Studies show those who regularly spend time outdoors tend to be more content and less anxious.

Improves cognition and focus

Taking breaks from work/school to spend time in nature calms the prefrontal cortex to lower stress & improve focus.

Fosters sense of well-being

Spending time in outdoor public spaces can increase social engagement & sense of belonging

A break from devices

Trading in blue light for sunlght can improve sleep patterns by regulating circadian rhythms.

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