In July of 2024, Nature and Health Northern Colorado hosted Healthy by Nature, a community event, in partnership with Larimer County Extension and Fort Collins Natural Areas. The goal of the Healthy by Nature event was to provide hands-on opportunities for families and individuals to learn about the health and wellness benefits of spending time outside. Activities included bilingual zumba, mindful contouring, a virtual reality nature demonstration, sensory-based nature activities, a scavenger hunt, other games, and more! Thank you to all who came out and the nearly 20 nature-based organizations networking at Lee Martinez Park on a beautiful summer Saturday in Fort Collins. View a video from the event here!

In October of 2023, cNISP co-directors Sara LoTemplio and Sarah Walker co-authored a publication titled, “Healthy by Nature: Policy Practices Aimed at Maximizing the Human Behavioral Health Benefits of Nature Contact.” The article discusses research on nature’s benefits for health and well-being and offers policy recommendations for increasing nature accessibility and research inclusivity. See the infographic below for a summary in English and Spanish!