Details and instructions for the Cross Rivendell Trail COVID19 Family Hike Challenge!
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It has been a long time since I updated this blog, but since I won't be seeing students on field trips for the next while, I am going to start posting some ideas for families to do at home and take advantage of this time to spend LOTS of time outside! Going outside has so many benefits for us right now, including:

1. Fresh air and sunshine! Some studies show that sunshine and fresh air are natural disinfectants.

2. Clearing your head. Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Going outside and be like hitting a reset button for your brain.

3. Exercise! If you go outside you are more likely to move around a lot, which is great for your body and also releases endorphins which can help you feel better. We can't go to any indoor places to exercise right now, so outside is a great option.

4. Going on a walk with your family or even doing yard work together can give you the opportunity to connect with each other and process your thoughts and feelings.

5. Learning. You can use sticks or stones to practice math, find lots of interesting science things to do, sit and write or read under a tree, etc.

At least once a week, I will post some things for you to do outside with your family.

Stay tuned to find out about the Covid19 Hike Challenge, starting soon on the Rivendell Trail!