In the United States, National Parks protect more than 84 million acres of land in order to preserve the ecosystems and beauty of these important wild spaces. As deforestation, climate change and ... Read More →
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6 Simple Ways to Spend More Time in Nature
Computers, phones, and electronics have made life easier, faster and more efficient. But, while technology has benefited our modern lives in countless ways, the overuse of it has created physical and ... Read More →
Outdoor Minimalist podcast 26. Parkscriptions: Your Prescription to Get Outside
I appreciated Megan putting this interview together about our Parkscriptions program. We hope you enjoy the listen. ~Todd. Have you ever wished you could get a doctor’s note to go take a ... Read More →
GTFO! Get your Daily Dose of Nature with Recreation Northwest with Guided Walks & Hikes in Bellingham Parks
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2022 Daily Walks & Hikes Tuesday, March 1, 2022 For more information contact: Todd Elsworth, Recreation Northwest 360.739.8458 GTFO! Get ... Read More →
Walk in the Rain and Reduce Your Stress!
When the rainy season arrives in the Pacific Northwest, many of us prefer to stay inside with a cup of hot tea and a good book rather than get outside during these drizzly days. While relaxing at ... Read More →
Attention Restoration Theory- how nature helps our brain
Spending time in nature provides us with an opportunity to rest, reflect, and restore ourselves. Whether we are looking at a sunset, gazing at the ocean or the mountains, sitting in the park or ... Read More →
Get Your Feet on the Earth and Reduce Your Stress
A great stress reduction technique in nature is called Earthing or Grounding. Earthing or Grounding refers to connecting ourselves to the surface of our planet by sitting, standing, or walking ... Read More →
Surprising Benefits of Walking: An Effective Way to Regulate Genes and Lower Stress
Walking isn’t just a great form of exercise, it’s got some seriously surprising health benefits, too. From shutting off obesity-inducing genes to lowering insulin response, to improving circulation, ... Read More →
8 Ways to Reboot Mind Body Health in Nature for Stress & Anxiety Relief
Rebooting mind-body health is an important practice to integrate in your everyday life for stress & anxiety relief. Just think of how much stress can build up in a day! The stresses and ... Read More →
Parkscriptions: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – Values, Goals and Strategies 2019
Dear Outdoor Recreation Community, Our hearts are heavy. The history of systemic racism in our country, and specifically in our black communities, is unacceptable and we stand with Black Lives ... Read More →
