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On September 20th, Rediscover Nature

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Last month, I saw a video that had a huge impact on me that it prompted me to write a blog post on childhood.  More precisely, it was a blog post about keeping nature a part of childhood.

Today, less than 10 % of kids are spending time in nature.  That is alarming.

When I think of my childhood, most of it was spent outdoors whenever possible.  It really makes me sad to even think that kids aren’t getting outside and enjoying being active outdoors.  There is so much to be learned and experienced when in nature.

rediscover nature falls
Thankful to be able to go for hikes, walks, swims and trips to the waterfalls every day with Little One when she was on Summer vacation.

In a time where more and more time is being spent online, on laptops, on computers, on tablets, on smartphones and in front of the TV, it is apparent that families need to rediscover nature.

Thankfully for me, I now live on a farm, in rural Northern Ontario, in the middle of one of the Great Lakes.  I get to raise my daughter in an environment where she breathes in fresh country air, and where the sun kisses her face almost every day.  She spends countless hours outdoors as she goes on adventures in her enchanted forest, feeds our farm animals, helps harvest fruits and vegetables, or just jumps on her trampoline.

rediscover nature beachIn effort to keep nature a very large part of our family and rediscover nature, we’ve made it a point to go on family hikes.  Manitoulin Island has some beautiful trails to walk.  We have our favourites, but are always on the look out for some new spots too.

September 20th is Rediscover Nature Day and now I am challenging you to join me in taking at least an hour to get out and enjoy nature, wherever you are. If you want to spend the whole day outside, even better.

Though we’ve trekked quite a few trails in Ontario and Quebec, it has been a long-lasting dream of mine to see the Canadian Rockies.  I have always wanted to visit Banff.  Have you ever been to Banff? If not, you may be in luck!

rediscover natureI was excited to discover that Nature Valley has partnered with Colin Harris, founder of Take Me Outside, a non-profit organization that champions children spending time outside, being active and connecting to nature. Take Me Outside is hosting a Rediscover Nature Day contest with a grand prize sponsored by Banff Lake Louise Tourism.

RSVP and post a photo of your family enjoying nature to Twitter or Instagram using both #RediscoverNature and #MyBanff between September 9-30, 2015 for a chance to WIN a trip to Banff National Park to experience Banff and Lake Louise with your family or win one of ten Nature Valley Rediscover Nature Kits!  Click here for full contest rules and regulations and to RSVP.

Childhood Belongs in Nature

rediscover nature snail
Oh, you know…Just a little friend Little One picked up on one of our excursions. She had to pick him up and say hello. She asked if she could keep him as a pet, but decided he needed to be left in his habitat.

Nature Valley is taking a stand, encouraging Canadian families to #RediscoverNature; to step away from their screens and create childhood memories outside. They are dedicated to making the outdoors a bigger part of childhood, to give kids today a chance to use their imaginations, to get dirty, to feel the grass in their toes and wind through their hair—to enjoy time outside, just like mom and dad, grandpa and grandma.

It’s time for families to rediscover nature.  Nature Valley and Take Me Outside challenge your family to spend at least one hour enjoying the great outdoors.  Will you accept the challenge?

Our family is going to hike the Cup and Saucer on Rediscover Nature Day! Cup and Saucer Hiking Trail

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Step away from the screens and create childhood memories outside. One lucky Canadian Life on Manitoulin reader will WIN a Rediscover Nature Kit to facilitate your family’s outdoor excursions ($50 value). rediscover-nature-prize

  • (2) Nature Valley Rediscover Nature draw-string backpack
  • (2) Nature Valley travel size LED flashlight
  • (4) Nature Valley stainless steel 16oz water bottle
  • (2) Nature Valley Lunch Box snack bars

Open to residents of Canada only (excluding QC).  Ends September 20th.

To enter, simply use the Rafflecopter form below.

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Disclosure – This is a sponsored post, however as always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own.

Comments

  7. We spend a lot of time at the beach, park during the summer. In the winter we sled and skate. We take walks all year round.

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  39. My family has taken the pledge. We pledge to explore our parks and beach at least once a day. It’s not hard when you live so close to so many parks and a beautiful beach. 🙂

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  42. Joined as @nicolthepickle. Does anyone else find it ironic that we are pledging for nature via social media inside? LOL

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