Kids Are Healthier and Happier in Nature
The New Jersey Kids In Nature Coalition is here to help make it happen
Healthier, Happier Lives Are Right Outside the Door
You probably already know that being out in nature has huge benefits for growing kids. Studies have proven that it can reduce stress, enhance learning abilities, and improve mental and physical health. It’s easy to talk about, but it may seem hard to do. Screen time, lack of access to green spaces, and worries about safety keep too many children indoors.
As adults with children in our care, it is up to us to fix this. Whether you are a parent or other responsible adult, a healthcare professional, educator, or part of a business or organization that works with kids, you can make a difference.
Our
Mission
To uplift, support, and celebrate the organizations connecting all kids with nature to improve childrens’ overall physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Our Vision
We envision a world in which all New Jersey’s children joyfully play outdoors, inspiring a connection to the environment and resulting in long-term healthy lifestyles.
Nature By The Numbers
Make A Difference
I am a caring adult.
I am a caring adult, and I will provide 30 minutes of outdoor play a week.
I am a healthcare professional.
I am a healthcare professional, and I will prescribe time outdoors in nature and display the NJ Kids in Nature poster.
I am an educator.
I am an educator, and I will provide 30 minutes of outdoor learning weekly.
I represent a youth-serving organization/agency/group.
I represent a youth-serving organization/agency/group, and I’d like us to join this coalition:
Our Partners
