Why do people love the outdoors

Another government report earlier in the year found that one in nine children had not set foot in a park, forest, beach or any other natural environment for at least a year. This shows the extent to which time spent playing outdoors has shrunk and is actually quite shocking especially when you consider that increasing obesity and lower mental wellbeing in children is being linked to lack of physical activity Source: Mark Sears, The Wild Network.

We know that the pervasiveness of technology in our lives has caused much of this, which leads me on to another reason why the outdoors is so crucial. Another poll, led by Persil, as part of their amazing dirtisgood campaign, found that children spent twice as long playing on screens as playing outside.

We cannot stop technology playing such a major role in our lives, and of course it has many advantages but the need to counteract screen time with being outdoors is even more pressing. We need to ensure that we spend time away from screens and get some fresh air into our minds and bodies. With so much digital technology at our fingertips, we NEED the outdoors more than ever. It is recommended that we participate in at least 30 minutes of physical activity everyday, and what better way to achieve that then with your special someone!

This idea that less is really more will help you understand that life is more about living for experiences and not monetary or physical things. Snow Camp on Mt. Roothaan Photo: Nick Lake. Everyone is bound to endure some terrible conditions every once in a while, but outdoorsy people understand this and even embrace it.

Plus, having that person with you on these types of days will make you remember and appreciate them even more. One of the best aspects about spending time outside is that it is generally free! People who love being in nature are typically low maintenance and will have a better time simply enjoying everything the outdoors have to offer.

The money that you save together could even lead to more shared adventures or trips! Our toes need to breathe after a long day on the trail! OOFOS makes sandals that are specifically designed for recovering from long days on your feet. A post shared by Patrick Abel pat. Image from The Dyrt camper Carly M. Image from The Dyrt camper Jenny R. Image from The Dyrt user Shelly S. If you have a rambunctious pooch, then you know how nice it is when they spend all of their energy on the trail.

Do you have a sleepy pooch? Or a not-so-sleepy one? Tag them with DyrtDogs on Instagram! Or instant coffee… any coffee will do, really. This video of a hiker running into a mama bear and her cubs inspired us to put together this list of grizzly bear safety tips. We find so many bizarre creatures, like these sea anemone, when the ocean pulls back and leaves tide pools to explore.

Image from The Dyrt camper Krista R. You can camp near these wise old trees at Grandview Campground in California. Pack a Primus camp stove on your next outdoor adventure and you can make a breakfast that will get everyone out of bed. A little water never hurt anyone. And it keeps the roads and trails less trafficked so you can really enjoy the ride.

Need a reminder of your last camping trip? It found that connecting with nature makes us more able to get new ideas, more curious and more flexible in our thinking. Adventurers know how the outdoors can fire the imagination — and these thoughts can be the seeds that grow into artworks and other creative projects.

You can do that quite locally. Overcoming obstacles builds inner strength, control and resilience. And if done with others, it can create a unique sense of trust. Seeing a challenge as an opportunity, a gift to oneself, is something lovers of the outdoors are familiar with.

Exploring more means not knowing what each day will bring, rolling with the punches, stepping out of your comfort zone and seeing a bigger picture than everyday working life has to offer. It allows you to be in the moment.