Green social prescribing: the power of a natural prescription
This NHS Forest blog post (14 March 2024) explores a natural community-based solution to improving our mental and physical health. This includes the concept of nature connectedness.
The relationship between residential greenspace and childhood bone health
Greenspace Scotland’s April bulletin has included this item in its research round up: Early-life exposure to residential greenspace associated with increased childhood bone health, Belgium
Nature and our health
Natural England recently published a report summarising evidence of the benefits of nature-based interventions for people, like outdoor exercise, education and gardening. Read Principal Adviser, Ruth Lamont’s blog to learn more about the relationships between nature and human health and wellbeing.
Could bogs help you live forever?
This Scotland’s Nature post by NatureScot (5 April 2024), describes the special relationship we have with our peat bogs. Read on to discover more! Want to live forever, cure your warts or never need another plaster? Than look after your local bog.
A narrative review of reviews of nature exposure and human health and well-being in the UK
Published by Natural England (March 2024), this extensive review was completed to provide a clear understanding of existing evidence linking exposure to nature and human health and well-being. It looks at the impact of exposure to natural environments and active engagement with them. The review adds to understanding of the [...]
Active Play programme expands into North Ayrshire
The Thrive Outdoors team have shared how they are bringing Active Play to North Ayrshire. The Active Play programme increase children’s physical activity levels and improves their physical literacy through outdoor play. Boosting physical activity and outdoor play is vital for children’s health and wellbeing. Active Play also operates in [...]
Tips and treats from the John Muir Trust
Check out the John Muir Trust’s e-newsletter (sign up here). The March 2024 edition includes an intern’s tips to avoid ticks and is in the clover when she discovers the many benefits it brings to wild places. Plus enjoy the latest edition of SCRA's Scramble magazine - a Junior Ranger special!
Finding Nature News: Nature play for gender equity
Check out this lead story in the Children and Nature Network March bulletin. Director of Green Schoolyards and Communities Priya Cook takes a close look at how incorporating natural elements into schoolyard design can help encourage girls to get active, and the accompanying Stat Sheet.
