Exploring Nature
What is exploring nature?
Exploring Nature outings are trips where the focus is on observing and learning about the natural world around us. ... Exploring Nature trips sometimes take place in the city or are focused on naturalist activities such as photographing wildflowers, lichens or seabird in the wild.
What can we explore in nature?
- Go on a Nature Scavenger Hunt
- Plant a Garden
- Camp Out in Your Backyard
- Create Rock Art
- Jump Into a Pile of Leaves
- Make a Bird Feeder
- Walk Along a Nearby Trail...
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What are the benefits of exploring nature?
- It builds confidence. The way that kids play in nature has a lot less structure than most types of indoor play.
- It promotes creativity and imagination.
- It teaches responsibility.
- It provides different stimulation.
- It gets kids moving.
- It makes them think.
- It reduces stress and fatigue...
What are some disadvantages of nature?
- You may have to drive long distances.
- Littering is a problem.
- Some people don't feel comfortable in nature.
- You may lose some of your amenities.
- Some nature reserves are quite crowded.
- You may disturb the local wildlife.
- Destruction of natural habitats.
