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Aug 5, 2020

To Bond with Nature, Kids Need Solitary Activities Outdoors

A new study found solitary activities like hunting, fishing or exploring outside are key to building strong bonds between children and nature.

Jul 23, 2020

A Research Roadmap for Bringing Nature to Schools

Green schoolyards could be a huge boost for kids. These researchers want to prove it.

Jul 7, 2020

Agritourism Experiences Increase Consumers’ Pro-Environmental Behaviors

Researchers in NC State's Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management hope to create more support for agritourism experiences.

May 13, 2020

Survey: 50% of Parents Fear Their Kids Will Get Sick by Returning to Sports

Among all parents, 50% worry their child will get sick and 46% are concerned they will become ill.

Apr 7, 2020

From Yosemite to Antarctica, NC State Professor Examines Tourism Impacts in Protected Areas

Parks and other protected areas are essential for biodiversity conservation. Dr. Yu-Fai Leung is working to safeguard these special places.

Mar 28, 2020

Struggling with Social Distancing? Get Outside, Experts Say

Outdoor activity is a safe, practical way to preserve your physical and mental health during a pandemic.

Mar 9, 2020

Connecting Your World With Your Health

For researchers in the Center for Human Health and the Environment, science is a community effort.