Children & Nature Network - September 03, 2010
The Children & Nature Network (C&NN) was created to encourage and support the people and organizations working nationally and internationally to reconnect children with nature. The network provides a critical link between researchers and individuals, educators and organizations dedicated to children's health and well-being.
Smokies Doing its Part to Advance Great Outdoors Initiative
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Allies | Health | Campaign/Initiative | Legislation/Policy
IditarodBlogs.com – August 25, 2010
Kids Need Nature
C&NN member Carmen Field highlights campaigns and programs to reconnect children with nature, including Idita-Nature. Photo: Martin Renner. [+]
Feature | International | Campaign/Initiative
The Irish Times – August 17, 2010
Recently in Ireland: Wild Child Day
Ireland's Wild Child Day drew children into the bogs and forests. [+]
Feature | Access | Health
UK Guardian – August 16, 2010
Why Our Children Need to Get Outside in Nature
64% of British children play outside less than once a week and have little relationship with nature. [+]
Access | Built Environment
Wisconsin Radio Network – July 26, 2010
Madison Children's Museum: Tickled Pink About Being Green
New Madison Children's Museum features rooftop garden, other nature play in urban setting. [+]
Research & Studies | Health
Kiwilog – August 11, 2010
The Whole Child: Prescription for Play
Research affirms the benefits of going out to play. [+]
Feature | Access | Built Environment
Denver Post – August 13, 2010
Reconnecting with Wonder at Gardens
Denver Botanic Gardens and others worldwide are re-evaluating their role in bringing children and nature back together. [+]
Legislation/Policy
CNNMoney.com – August 16, 2010
National Park Service is Hiring: Hundreds of Jobs to Open in Next 5 Years
The NPS is aggressively recruiting college students for positions that could lead to full-time jobs. [+]
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As part of our ongoing efforts to build the movement, the Children & Nature Network has published two new resources for leaders, organizers, and participants at the local, national, and international levels: