Rue Mapp developed a love for the outdoors as a child. Her parents were southerners raising her in California and they celebrate connection and community in nature. In 2009, Mapp created Outdoor Afro, ...

HAWKs is intersecting childhood enrichment, youth mental wellness and environmental stewardship bringing children back to the ...

CHICAGO -- A Chicago couple are the thrill-seeking faces behind the social media presence, Black People Outside. The dynamic duo travel to different nature and thrill spots across the city and the ...

This article was originally published in Clean Eating Magazine. Improved mood, better concentration, reduced inflammation – these are just a few of the health perks that getting outdoors and spending ...

At a forest school, the roof is the bright blue sky, a cluster of ladybugs flying through the air can turn into a science lesson and the fog lingering on your face becomes an example of the water ...

As anyone who’s marveled at a brilliant sunset, strolled through a park, or enjoyed the sound of birdsong can tell you, being in nature is pretty amazing. Experiencing nature wherever you live is ...

Climb, dig, splash, build, explore and learn – nature play checks all the boxes. Unstructured play in natural settings is important for childhood development as well as multigenerational social ...

Find a shady spot under a tree, take a breath of fresh air and call me in the morning.Health care providers have long suggested stressed-out patients spend time outdoors. Now, hundreds of providers ...

Spending time in the great outdoors is one of life's purest joys. While the city has its virtues, nothing compares to the beauty of a sunset, the smell of flowers or the feeling of a warm breeze on ...

Taking a break from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and heading outdoors is a great way to reconnect with nature. After all, getting outside invigorates your senses, allows you to experience ...