Getting Our Children In Touch With Nature In Orlando
Richard Louv is the author of the book The Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder. He coined the term Nature Deficit Disordder to describe what research shows is a lack of appreciation of nature in children today. Mr. Louv feels that most of our children are overly 'plugged in.' They spend entirely too much time in front of the television, computer, or video games, which allows too little time for them to be outside appreciating nature. Some of children are urban bound and do not have access to state parks or other nature centers. He feels that children need to be outside playing, camping, fishing, biking, hiking, or taking part in other outdoor activities that foster an appreciation for nature.
Richard is co-founder of Children and Nature Network. Please visit the site at www.childrenandnature.org.
There are many vacation destinatons in Florida that you and your family can enjoy together which will help foster an appreciation of nature in your children. I would like to take this opportunity to outline some of them for you.
Airboat Rides at Boggy Creek takes riders into the Florida Everglades to see birds, turtles, and other animals in their natural environment. Visit www.bcairboats.com.
Forever Florida provides Florida Eco-Safaris to teach families about animals in the wild. Visitors can take a horseback or coach safari. You will see how a real ranch is run. You may also see bears, bobcats, coyotes, panthers and other animals in their natural habitat. Please visit their website for the many options available. www.floridaecosafaris.com
Florida wildlife would not be complete without a Gatorland. Gatorland is a wildlife preserve and themepark. It boasts educationals programs, reptile shows, and more. Please visit www.gatorland.com.
Green Meadows Petting Farm is in a pristine country setting with more than 300 animals. Visitors will enjoy a 2-hour guided tour and enjoy petting animals like: pigs, cows, donkeys, and more. Please visit www.greenmeadowsfarm.com for more information.
Ride the glass bottom boats in Silver Springs Nature Park in Ocala Florida to spy on turtles, alligators, fish, and shellfish. See habitats of endangered species and visit the petting zoo. Visit www.silversprings.com.
Richard is co-founder of Children and Nature Network. Please visit the site at www.childrenandnature.org.
There are many vacation destinatons in Florida that you and your family can enjoy together which will help foster an appreciation of nature in your children. I would like to take this opportunity to outline some of them for you.
Airboat Rides at Boggy Creek takes riders into the Florida Everglades to see birds, turtles, and other animals in their natural environment. Visit www.bcairboats.com.
Forever Florida provides Florida Eco-Safaris to teach families about animals in the wild. Visitors can take a horseback or coach safari. You will see how a real ranch is run. You may also see bears, bobcats, coyotes, panthers and other animals in their natural habitat. Please visit their website for the many options available. www.floridaecosafaris.com
Florida wildlife would not be complete without a Gatorland. Gatorland is a wildlife preserve and themepark. It boasts educationals programs, reptile shows, and more. Please visit www.gatorland.com.
Green Meadows Petting Farm is in a pristine country setting with more than 300 animals. Visitors will enjoy a 2-hour guided tour and enjoy petting animals like: pigs, cows, donkeys, and more. Please visit www.greenmeadowsfarm.com for more information.
Ride the glass bottom boats in Silver Springs Nature Park in Ocala Florida to spy on turtles, alligators, fish, and shellfish. See habitats of endangered species and visit the petting zoo. Visit www.silversprings.com.
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