Why Kids Need the Great Outdoors

There is power in outdoor play. This is a photo of our son Josh, who is now an amazing Daddy to our three grand-princesses. This child loved being outdoors. He always had to dress up for whatever imaginative play he was engaging in. Check out the outfit he’s put together: an army jacket, red cowboy boots, beanie, and sunglasses while riding a tractor. 😆 It was quite the hodgepodge attire, but to him, he was ready to seize the day outside. He still knows how to embrace nature’s playground and loves the great outdoors.

Getting kids outside is one of the best things parents can do. Nature helps kids learn about their world. Many researchers agree