PEOPLE from across the region are invited to celebrate their connection to nature and the great outdoors as a week-long series of events returns.

Wales Outdoor Learning Week, which takes place between April 24 and 30, aims to encourage and inspire educators, teachers, learning groups and families in Wales to embed outdoor learning into school and family life and reap the many benefits it brings.

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The event was launched by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) in partnership with the Wales Council for Outdoor Learning in 2019.

This year’s theme is active learning in the outdoors to encourage healthy and confident individuals.

People can take part by attending one of the organised events across Wales or simply take a walk in their local woodland, a toddle along a beach, or a stretch in the park.

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Clare Pillman, NRW’s chief executive, said: “We are proud to be hosting the fourth Wales Outdoor Learning Week with the Wales Council for Outdoor Learning and want to encourage people young and old to connect with nature and the environment.

“Evidence shows that connecting with nature is good for us and the wider environment, encouraging lifelong positive behaviours.

“Outdoor learning is widely recognised for its significant health and well-being benefits and is advocated by the Welsh Government as a key approach to delivering the new Curriculum for Wales.

“Wales Outdoor Learning Week is a fantastic opportunity to showcase all the excellent outdoor learning opportunities for schools and educational settings, as well as for families and the wider public – whatever your age.”

Throughout the week, NRW and Wales Council for Outdoor Learning members will jointly deliver activities and events to support people to connect with nature and help embed learning in, learning about and learning for, the natural environment within school and family life. 

For more information visit https://naturalresources.wales/learning and www.walescouncilforoutdoorlearning.org/walesoutdoorlearningweek