Get outdoors, help kids healthy the natural way

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Dates:	Tue, Sat, Sun from 8/4/14 - 8/31/14
Hours:	Hours Vary see below
Ages:	Infants, Toddlers, Kids
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free see below
Category:	Health & Wellness

Getting your kids outdoors is lots of fun, and also important for their health. Outdoors Rx is a free family program in MetroWest Boston that helps you get your family outdoors!

Outdoor activity is important to children’s health.

Research has shown that children who spend more time outside are not only healthier overall, but also tend to get more sleep, as well as demonstrate more focus, attention, and creativity in school when they spend time outdoors.

An inactive lifestyle can contribute to childhood obesity, Type 1 diabetes, and asthma, among other serious health concerns.

Outdoors Rx is a free program created by the Appalachian Mountain Club, a Boston-based non-profit organization, with the help of Mass General Hospital for Children that helps children build an active and outdoor lifestyle by rewarding them with cool gear and outdoors-themed prizes.

We offer free, year-round family programs on weekdays and weekends that making getting outside fun and easy.

Join us for nature walks, family hikes, outdoor exploration and nature play, stroller-friendly walks, letterboxing, scavenger hunts and more.

Head to www.outdoorsRx.org to get started!

HOURS

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Varies by day and time; we offer programs on weekends and weekdays. Check under Events on www.outdoorsRx.org

COST

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Always Free

WEBSITE

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www.outdoorsRx.org

LOCATION

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Parks and Conservation Land, Framingham, MA, 01701 map

Check under the event description for an address and directions to the park or trail head.

TIPS

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Heading outdoors with kids takes a little preparation. You'll need to bring water, sun protection, and bug spray, if bugs bother you.