Simple nature-based activities can reduce stress, sharpen focus, and improve mental health—no wilderness or special gear required.

There's no question that being in nature is good for well-being. Research shows that experiencing nature and listening to natural sounds can relax us.

It sounded more like a lark than a scientific study when a handful of Japanese researchers set out to discover whether something special--and clinically ...

Walking in nature for as little as 15 to 20 minutes can improve your attention span — even if you don't always enjoy it. In his new 324-page book, "Nature and the Mind: The Science of How Nature ...

Many of us know that being outside feels good. Maybe it’s for a short walk to the store. Maybe for a hike at a nearby mountain. Or maybe spending time at the beach with loved ones for a holiday. But ...

Spending time in nature with your kids—even if it’s just a 20-minute walk in a nearby park—can strengthen parent-child bonds and help family members get along better with one another, according to a ...

There’s nothing better for me than being immersed in nature. Whether I’m staring up into redwood trees, coming across a profusion of wildflowers, listening to ocean waves, or being mesmerized by a ...

Before entering a forest or meadow, he makes sure the area is clean and biodiverse. He looks over the plants he comes across. Taking only a small amount, he puts them into baskets or wraps them in ...

A Walk in the Park is an ongoing series from State Journal photographer Nick King, who intends to explore Lansing area parks one hour at a time. If you have a suggestion of a park he should visit, ...

A Walk in the Park is an ongoing series from State Journal photographer Nick King, who intends to explore Lansing area parks one hour at a time. If you have a suggestion of a park he should visit, ...