<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2MeORx_0w0trwrg00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2MeORx_0w0trwrg00" width="768" height="251" ></figure>The last decade has abounded with studies of the declining mental and physical health of children. Kids spend 4-9 hours a day in front of a screen. They also average less that 10 minutes a day outdoor playing. Anxiety and depression rates are soaring. Help can be found in an organization offers a free resource to combat these trends!Be Outdoors Arizona caters to the 70%+ of adults in Arizona who were raised in other states and find it a challenge to get their children involved in outdoor recreation opportunities other than school sports. Especially for those who move to Phoenix and it seems there is nothing but desert!Be Outdoors Arizona partners with 200+ conservation, environmental and youth organizations and clubs who host outdoor recreation and volunteer activities. That’s 1000’s of events! We promote these organizations and post their events on a statewide calendar. There are activities for every age and ability. You can find historical tours, guided hikes, birdwatching, kayaking, fishing, orienteering and wildlife watching. Many educational events for kids and educators too. Many homeschool groups find events that are a perfect addition their their curriculum.In addition, resources such as maps to trails, parks, streams, campgrounds, boat launches and fishing spots are provided. There are pages with information on park fees, the do’s and don’ts of public, state and forest land. We also have some downloadable games that parents can use with their kids at home, in the park or on hikes.We bring families together, reconnect to nature and develop hobbies that last a lifetime. Our partners educate on the care and maintenance of our land and wildlife extending this resource for years to come.Our mission is to encourage a love for nature and build a healthy new generation of outdoor enthusiasts who will care for our land and wildlife to be enjoyed by generations to come.The calendar and website can be found at BeOutdoorsArizona.org.So set down the phone and Be Outdoors Arizona!</div></body>

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Break Your Kid’s Phone Addiction!

The last decade has abounded with studies of the declining mental and physical health of children. Kids spend 4-9 hours a day in front of a screen. They also average less that 10 minutes a day outdoor playing. Anxiety and depression rates are soaring. Help can be found in an organization offers a free resource to combat these trends!