Green Health Week 2024: Embracing Nature to Nourish Our Wellbeing
This year, from the 11th to the 18th of May, we invite you to celebrate Green Health Week 2024, a transformative weeklong festival dedicated to the theme “Nurturing the Health of People and Planet.”
During this special week, we explore the relationship between our health and the natural world, emphasising how immersion in nature can significantly enhance our physical and mental well-being. We will be turbo charged with green energy this week and publishing a blog post everyday as we go through the week! As usual expect varied posts with news of events and activities, deep dive species articles, and personal nature experiences from our team of naturalists.
In a world where health and social care resources are increasingly stretched, Green Health Week offers practical and enjoyable ways to engage with our environment through active travel, volunteerism in green spaces, and participatory nature walks. These activities are beneficial for a healthier, more sustainable future for all. They also provide a means of learning more about our local natural environment and meeting others to enjoy social connections (which we know has the effect of improving our wellbeing too!)
Our Green Health Week 2024 lineup is packed with diverse and engaging events hosted across the Highlands, including events led by our passionate team of High Life Highland Countryside Rangers. These dedicated professionals are on a mission to deepen our understanding of the natural world and integrate this knowledge into our everyday lives, every week of the year.
Learning Workshops: Delve into the fascinating world of flora through our wildflower workshops. Whether you’re exploring lush gardens, vibrant riversides, or delving into the scientific aspects of botany, there’s a workshop to match every interest. This week many of our events are FREE.
Highland Charter for Nature, Climate and Health - Launch- a pledge to put climate, nature, and the benefits of green and blue health at the centre of decision-making and action here in Highlands, so that the natural environment and people have improved health, wellbeing, and resilience.
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Community Engagement: Everyone is invited to participate in creating greener, more sustainable communities. From school groups to retirees, we offer activities tailored to every age and ability level. Volunteering: Join our rangers with some hands on conservation work. Learn about various species about ecological balance, and take part in active efforts that make a real difference to Nature, Your Health and the Health of the planet.
Nature based Art Exhibitions and Classes: We will blog about these on Wednesday
Check out the full schedule and book your spot at one of the events to ensure you don’t miss out on this opportunity to reconnect with nature and rejuvenate your spirit. If you live too far away, or are unable to make our events, then please do sit back - relax and enjoy the nature articles we write - straight to your inbox and thank-you for subscribing!
We're very excited to share all these experiences with you. By participating in Green Health Week, you’re becoming part of a larger movement towards a greener health revolution.
Together, let’s make Green Health Week 2024 a milestone for environmental engagement and personal growth!
