Tag: outdoors

There is No WiFi in the Woods, But a Better Connection

by Tharpe

September 23, 2021

The change of seasons here in North Florida provides a time to encourage kids to put away the tablets and phones and get in touch with the outdoors. Youth need time to reconnect with nature. A great way to teach them about the great outdoors ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Curriculum, Forests, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, Relationships & Family, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Children, Mental Health, Nature, Outdoors, Quality Time, Woods”, Youth

Cherry Lake Day Camp – Where Learning Meets Fun

by Tharpe

September 23, 2021

Have you ever walked into somewhere and the smell brought back wonderful memories? For a Taylor County 4-H counselor walking into the dining hall at 4-H Camp Cherry Lake this summer reminded him of lots of great memories of his time at 4-H ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Tags: Camp Cherry Lake, Outdoors, Summer, Summer Camp, Youth

Wakulla 4-H Healthy Living Walking Club Schedule for March to May 2021

by Ralph Mitchell

March 2, 2021

To participate in 4-H walks, youth must be registered as Wakulla 4-H members https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/wakulla/4-h/ and all participants, youth and adults, must RSVP on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wakulla-4-h-healthy-living-walking-club-tickets-126426480005. March ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Health & Nutrition, Recreation, Work & Life
Tags: 4-H, Exercise, Natural Wakulla, Outdoors, Walking

Nature Journaling

by Krista Stump

October 26, 2020

Did you know that spending time outside can improve our mental and physical health? It can lower our stress levels and improve our mood. Nature journaling is an easy outdoor activity that you can do anywhere -- even in your own backyard! All ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
Tags: Journaling, Nature Journal, Outdoors, Plant Identification, Recreation, Wildlife

Celebrating the Outdoors

by kpopa

September 23, 2020

By Kristie Popa Do you enjoy the outdoors? Have you ever gone hunting, fishing or target shooting? National Hunting and Fishing Day takes place on October 26th. This day serves as the perfect opportunity to celebrate the traditions of these ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Forests, Recreation, Wildlife
Tags: 4-H Environmental Programs, 4-H Shooting Sports, National Hunting And Fishing Day, Outdoors

Summer awaits you with Florida 4-H Adventures

by Shreemoyee Ghosh

May 19, 2020

Navigating the New Normal The year 2020 has not been what we consider a normal year and we are all having to acclimate to this new normal. Humans are social beings and this pandemic has socially distanced us for over 8 weeks, making us realize ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H Virtual Adventures, Clay County FL, Diversity And Inclusion, Florida Wildlife, Healthy Living, Matthew Olson, Outdoors, Pasco County FL, Polk County FL, Shayla Reighter, STEM, Virtual Learning

Ideas for Bringing Socially Distanced Learning Outdoors

by Noelle Guay

April 30, 2020

As COVID-19 restrictions begin to loosen, but schools remain closed and social distancing recommendations stay in place, there is a need to find new and safe ways to keep kids learning, active, and at ease. Being outside in nature is a great ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: 4-H, Birds, Education, Kids, Outdoors, Pollinators, Soil

Plan Time for Kids Outdoor Activity

by Shawn Jackson

April 15, 2020

As family’s daily routines have been turned upside down due to the COVID19 Virus and stay at home mandates, it may be a great time to rethink some of your child’s daily schedule and play habits. It’s pretty obvious that todays technology ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Activity, Exercise, Fresh Air, Kids, Outdoors, Pandemic, Social Distancing

Connect to Nature at Home

by Krista Stump

April 10, 2020

Getting outdoors for fresh air and recreation is more important than ever. Studies have shown the importance of nature for mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. For instance, being outside can lower blood pressure and stress hormone levels, ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Gardening, Nature, Outdoors, Recreation, Remote, Virtual, Webinar

Surprising Ways Nature can Improve your Health

by Krista Stump

May 3, 2019

You’re at a local park. The sun is shining and there’s a gentle breeze. You hear the leaves of nearby trees rustle and the slight movement of water from a lake. You take a deep breath of fresh air and immediately feel better. You feel stress ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation
Tags: Health, Hiking, Mental Health, Nature, Outdoors

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