Incorporate messaging about the health benefits of nature into your advertisements for the event early and often using flyers and social media. Building a committed group of volunteers can help you get the word out to key audiences and create lifelong stewards for public lands.

Some research suggests that even very quick visits outdoors can be beneficial. But there are indications that certain amounts and types of outdoor time may have greater impacts on well-being.

Being outside in green spaces supports an active and healthy lifestyle, which has shown to increase life expectancy, improve sleep quality and reduce cancer risk. “Many of the benefits afforded to us by green spaces partially results from more opportunities to be active,” said Kondo.

Parks and trails provide places for people to enjoy the outdoors and experience the benefits of physical activity. People with safe access to parks and recreation facilities tend to be more physically active than individuals with barriers to access.

What are the health benefits of getting outside? Being outside can boost vitamin D levels, reduce stress, improve mood, and increase physical activity. How can I make time to get outside for health benefits? You can schedule outdoor activities, take short walks during breaks, or even do outdoor workouts.