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Wild Child: Guiding the Young Back to Nature Tim Lougheed Abstract
Outdoor play was a fundamental element of childhood for most people born before 1970, but the past three decades have witnessed major societal and technological changes that have transformed the way in which many young North Americans encounter nature. Many experts fear these changes could affect people's perception of both nature itself and the value of studying and protecting natural resources. In addition, research is beginning to link health and wellness with time spent in or near natural settings. In the United States, policy makers and advocacy groups are setting up programs to promote environmental health careers and to return young people to the outdoors.
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