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It's that time of year again: the time of year when many of us crank up our air-con and head out for a dip in the pool.
But what if we told you that summer is also a great time to get outside and make memories that will last a lifetime? Time offers up 10 ways to enjoy the outdoors this summer, including camping, hiking, biking, stargazing, and more: Camping is a great way to connect with nature, says Michelle Kondo, a research social scientist with the USDA Forest Service's Northern Research Station.
"Many of the benefits afforded to us by green spaces partially result from more opportunities to be active," she says.
"There are many studies that demonstrate how spending time in nature can improve mood, lower anxiety, and improve cognition and memory."
A Mayo Clinic nurse practitioner adds that "making time for nature is important in order for us to maintain resiliency and promote self-care in a world that demands a lot from us."
If you can't make it to a national park, try one of these local options.
Selected Grant News Headlines
A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.
The true cost of care: How we can build a better future for families and caregivers in 2025.Families are sending an exorbitant 40% of their household income on care with over half (22%) going to...more
The effectiveness of STEM toys lies in their ability to engage children in active learning.Toys that develop motor skills, such as building blocks or workbench sets, lay a foundation for STEM...more
Foundation: Johnson Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Experts recommend children'mostly drink water and plain milk' Public health experts recommend children under 18 years limit 100% fruit and vegetable juice, plant-based milk, sugar-sweetened beverages...more
Congressman John Moolenaar introduced House Resolution 63, to recognize January 26 February 1 as National School Choice Week.Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) and...more
Southeast Advocates seeks community support for Estevan Humane Society and youth volunteer program.DiscoverEstevan.com - Local news, Weather, Sports, Free Classifieds and Business Listings for the...more
The Children's Home Society of Florida has received a $100,000 donation from the City of Pensacola.The funding will allow CHS to expand its services and create long-term solutions for young people...more
Sonoma County youth find their voices through Guitars Not Guns.Students ages 8 to 18 are learning more than just music they're building confidence, resilience, and a connection to something greater...more
Emmanuel Asante was awarded the Early Career Kirk Robson Award for Community Arts and Cultural Development at the 2024 Creative Australia Awards.The award recognised his contribution to running art...more
Red River College Polytechnic - RRC Polytech Nursing Student Develops Workshop and Guide Through Wawanesa Climate Champions: Youth Innovation Grant.The grants are available for students and recent...more
The Ian Legaree Youth Leadership Fund will serve as a scholarship fund designed to recognize and pass on Ian's many contributions to youth development and sports in the NWT.Ian was a long-time coach...more
Social Entrepreneurship
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Why This Book Needs to be Read By Every Social Entrepreneur
Pedagogy of the Oppressed, a 1970s book by author Paulo Freire, envisions a world not as a given reality, but as “a problem to be worked on and solved.” That mentality is often applied to the greatest social entrepreneurs.
