Positive Impacts of playing outside: 

• It promotes well-being and wholesome physical development

• It can develop muscle strength and coordination

• It can develop self-confidence and boost creative thinking

• It burns extra calories, which will help prevent obesity

• It promotes good sleep and healthy appetite

• It exposes us to sunlight, which gives us a natural boost and makes us feel happier.

• Giving the brain a break from the high stimulation of electronic screens

This group is based around gathering families together to get outdoors and enjoy nature. We plan to meet at a variety of locations around the north-east region of Grand Rapids to allow for a variety of experiences. All events will include unstructured play in the outdoors, and  many events will include an activity or educational talk. We will have weekend and weekday gatherings that will last around 2 hours but we will meet in public spaces so feel free to plan to stay longer or if you need to leave early that is no problem. 

Adults must be present with your children and remain responsible for supervising the children they bring to each gathering. 

At each location we will meet together for the first 15-30 minutes prior to adventuring and exploring to gather everyone together. 

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