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It's time to give our kids a break from the TV and the computer and get them back outside! Chicago Wilderness and its more than 240 members invite you to Leave No Child Inside. Together, we can promote a culture in which children enjoy and are encouraged to be outside in nature, and as a result are healthier, have a sense of connection to their place, and become supporters and stewards of local nature.

Participation in outdoor activities in natural settings has been shown to increase self-esteem, decrease Attention-Deficit Disorder symptoms, and contribute to the emotional and physical development of children across the United States.

Take your kids outside and skim stones, count butterflies or go fishing. Get outside with them and look, listen, touch, and smell! Let your kids take the lead -- with their natural curiosity, they will quickly find something for the family to explore. Enjoying the outdoors with your children is a fun and healthy way to spend quality time with your family.

One of the greatest gifts you can give a child is to share your love of nature. This website helps you to do just that. Here you can find ideas on where to go and what to do outside in the Chicago Wilderness region with your kids.