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December Dose of Parkscriptions Inspiration

December 18, 2019 by Elizabeth Nelson

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Here is your monthly dose of Parkscriptions related articles and information:

Articles:

Doctors Orders: Support land and water conservation –  Former Sen. Bill Frist, The Hill

Ways to Get Kids Outside in Nature – REI Blog

Spending Time in Nature boosts health, study finds – CNN

Spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with good health and wellbeing – Scientific Report

Inspiration:

There is a way that nature speaks, that land speaks. Most of the time we are simply not patient enough, quiet enough, to pay attention to the story.”  – Linda Hogan

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December’s highlighted park is: Connelly Creek Nature Area

Filed Under: Parkscriptions, Recreation Northwest Tagged With: Bellingham, Community health, Connelly Creek Nature Area, dose of nature, GET OUTSIDE, Health Benefits, Nature, PARKSCRIPTIONS, RECREATION NORTHWEST, whatcom county

About Elizabeth Nelson

As Parkscriptions Program Director, Elizabeth Nelson brings passion for community health by promoting the positive connection and health benefits of time spent in nature. She has a broad range of experience in running her own business, nonprofit and government organizations. Her program management, graphic design and marketing skills combined with her background in community health bring a unique perspective to her work. She enjoys hiking, running, playing soccer, and exploring new trails with her two daughters.

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