Washington Trails Association

Hikers take to the outdoors every Memorial Day weekend to reconnect with nature and to honor the military personnel who are no longer with us. Green spaces are the perfect place to reflect and heal.

Here are three ways nature benefits our health, as shared at the Northwest Nature & Health Symposium hosted by the University of Washington Center for Nature and Health:

🌲 Walking in nature is proven to reduce depressive symptoms
🌲 Green spaces save Washingtonians hundreds in healthcare costs annually
🌲 Outdoor programs enhance youth development skills

Happy, healthy hiking 💚

📸 Photo by Eric Richmond