This Preschool is Taking Kids out of the Classroom and Into the Great Outdoors
Ronnie Koenig · Today · November 16, 2019
Featuring Dr. Amber Fyfe-Johnson, a Nature and Health researcher
Amber Fyfe-Johnson, ND, PhD, an Assistant Research Professor at the Initiative for Research and Education to Advance Community Health (IREACH) at Washington State University is studying the effects of outdoor learning on kids and believes this type of schooling will lead to better physical and emotional health.
Learning in Nature: Washington Becomes First in the Country to License Outdoor Preschools
Elise Takahama · Seattle Times · October 2, 2019
Featuring Dr. Amber Fyfe-Johnson, a Nature and Health researcher
But while the state pushes forward to promote outdoor learning, some families have voiced worries about the idea.
Are Green Spaces in Cities as Good for Us as Green Spaces in Mountains?
Jenni Gritters · REI · August 30, 2019
Featuring Gregory Bratman and Kathleen Wolf, members of the Center’s Research Collaborative
One of the biggest puzzles in social science right now involves trying to figure out what kinds of outdoors spaces are best for certain kinds of people.
Continue Reading at REIKing5: Mental Health Benefits of Nature Should Influence City Planning, Says UW Study
City planners should consider the mental health benefits of green spaces when making plans for the future of their cities.
That’s according to a new study out of University of Washington that says urban green spaces can help improve mental health.
2019 Northwest Nature and Health Symposium
This third annual all-day symposium explored our common goals and collective strategies related to the human health benefits of contact with nature. We recognize that we must amplify access and equity in all that we do.
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How to Consider Nature’s Impact on Mental Health in City Plans
Michelle Ma · UW News · July 24, 2019
Featuring Gregory Bratman, Nature and Health researcher and Steering Committee member
Almost one in five adults in the U.S. lives with a mental illness.
How Going Outside Can Benefit Your Health
Julian Smith · Right as Rain · July 18, 2019
Featuring Josh Lawler, director of Nature and Health, and Dr. Pooja Tandon, Nature and Health researcher
Research shows we’re spending more and more time cooped up indoors.
Spend Time Outdoors This Summer to Reap Health Benefits
University of Washington · Seattle Times · June 27, 2019
Featuring Josh Lawler, director of Nature and Health, and Dr. Pooja S. Tandon, Nature and Health researcher
Fresh air, lush foliage, open space, and sunshine.
‘Nature Prescriptions’ Could Be the Next Health Revolution – And Washington Is an Early Adopter
Wilson Criscione · Inlander · June 05, 2019
Featuring Kathleen Wolf, Nature and Health researcher
Kathleen Wolf, a research social scientist at the University of Washington, says there’s value to more research on nature prescriptions.
Smith Reintroduces Legislation to Enhance Healing and Recovery for Veterans
Matt Hadro · May 1, 2019
Featuring Gregory Bratman, Nature and Health researcher and Steering Committee member
Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) on Wednesday reintroduced bipartisan legislation, HR 2435, to help military veterans heal and seek treatment through outdoor recreation, by providing them better access to federal lands.