Creating nature-rich communities, together.
Help us open the door to healthier, stronger, and more active communities.
Help us open the door to healthier, stronger, and more active communities.
Spending time in nature together as a family reduces distractions, fostering better communication and strengthening family bonds. ODC offers support to families through a range of programs.
In 2024, ODC launched Gear Up! Adventures in Parenthood, a parenting podcast designed to help parents build healthier relationships with their children while exploring how these connections can be enriched by time spent in nature.
Research shows that spending time in nature can significantly boost your health and well-being. It helps lower stress, anger, and aggression, while also increasing vitamin D levels. Access to green spaces encourages physical activity, which can lower the risk of obesity. Additionally, spending time outdoors supports eye health and reduces the likelihood of developing nearsightedness.
ODC inspires people to connect with nature by offering engaging outdoor programs and free access to outdoor spaces. We teach our students the value of spending time in nature and nurture this healthy habit, helping them grow into the next happy, healthy generation.
Research shows that spending time in nature enhances academic performance across various subjects, including reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. Nature boosts creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while improving focus, attention, and overall engagement. It also increases students’ enthusiasm for learning.
ODC operates four nature-based preschools and partners with K-12 schools to integrate nature-based education for students of all ages and abilities.
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