Self-Care in Nature (Recording)
Self-Care in Nature Practicing self-care in nature is an extra boost for your health. It’s easy and anyone can do it, including children. In this workshop, caregivers, parents and practitioners […]
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Youth Leadership Development Inside-Out Workshop – Building Meaningful Youth Councils (Recording)
Youth Advisory Councils (YAC) are a youth engagement strategy used by programs and organizations to positively incorporate youth voices and to help build the capacity of youth participants. In this session, we will explore what makes a YAC successful and how to ensure meaningful engagement for youth. Join us February 23, at 1 p.m. CST […]
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Family Time in Nature (Recording)
Spending family time in nature sounds simple, but is it? Unfortunately many families experience barriers when it comes to spending quality time outdoors. In this workshop we will discuss some of those obstacles, real and perceived – including lack of time, systemic racism, gear and less than enthusiastic children, as well solutions to these challenges. We will also answer the age-old question, “what do I do with my family once we get outside?”
Vitamin N with Richard Louv (Recording)
Join us July 10th at 1 pm CST for a conversation with author and Children & Nature Network co-founder, Richard Louv. About this event Join author and Children & Nature […]
Introduction to Nature Everywhere (Recording)
The “Introduction to Nature Everywhere” virtual information session offers participants an overview of the Nature Everywhere vision to advance equitable access to nature in 100 communities by 2025. This information […]
Lessons from Cities Around the World: Sustainability and Resilience through Green Schoolyards
Cities across the globe are experiencing an urgent need to mitigate and adapt to climate change. As city officials everywhere grapple with ways to emphasize sustainability and resiliency goals, many […]
Youth Development & Nature Connection Framework (Recording)
The saying 1+1=3 rings true when it comes to intentionally integrating youth development with nature experiences, the benefits of each and produces new outcomes for youth to reach their full potential. Join C&NN to explore effective and inspirational practices at this intersection that are greater than their individual parts and to map your organization’s progress […]
Designing Community Strategies and Building Cross-Sector Teams (Recording)
City and community leaders have an opportunity to create citywide change for children to access nature everywhere they live, learn, and play. Communities successful in advancing equitable access to nature for children possess strong cross-sector teams and adopt a systems level approach. The “Designing Community Strategies and Building Cross-Sector Teams” session features communities successful in […]
Back to School with Nature: Supporting Social Emotional Learning and Academic Outcomes (Recording)
Summer may be over but that doesn’t mean that nature needs to stay outdoors as kids head back to school. In this event José G. González, Cathy Jordan, Ph.D. and Sheila Williams Ridge, Ed.D. will discuss how nature impacts mental health, social emotional learning and cognitive function in support of academic outcomes. Examples of how […]
2023 Inside Out International Conference Virtual Recap & Networking Event
Join Children & Nature Network staff and peers for this live, free event that will include networking and conversation about the 2023 Inside-Out International conference main stage sessions, and more. […]
Trend Watch (Recording)
The new year is coming and it’s a great time to think about what 2024 might hold for the children and nature movement. On November 29, we heard from Children & Nature Network board members and cross-sector experts who discussed trends and approaches to health and well-being that might influence, impact or present opportunities for […]
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers in Nature (Recording)
It's never too early to introduce children to the outdoors. The benefits of nature engagement for young children (ages 0 - 5) relate to all areas of growth and development including physical, mental, social-emotional and cognitive. And these benefits apply to all children, including children with adverse childhood experiences and children with differing abilities. Parents, […]