Welcome to our Nature Connection Activities
Working in partnership with Happy Confident Kids we have produced a series of nature connection activities for use along your local canal-side
Most of us, young and old, instinctively know that spending time surrounded by nature feels good. Whether it's watching the gentle flow of a canal passing through the locks, the rustling of leaves, or the warmth of the sun, there's a sense of peace and wellbeing that comes with being outdoors. Have you ever paused to consider why this connection is so important?
Our bodies are literally designed to be in nature. For early humans, there was no separation – nature provided everything. When we spend time by the canal, we're enjoying a pleasant scene and reconnecting with a part of ourselves that has evolved within nature. This is why the sights, sounds, and smells of the natural world can have such a profound impact, reducing stress, lifting our mood, and even strengthening our bodies.
Join us as we explore this vital connection and discover how embracing nature along our waterways can enrich our lives and wellbeing. While you participate in these activities, feel how beneficial it is to be present in the moment, noticing what's happening around you.
