Overview

In celebration of National Get Outdoors Day on June 11, NCEL staff are proud to release a new StoryMap that gives a deeper look into the work being done by state legislators in NCEL’s Outdoor Working Group. The Outdoor Working Group seeks to provide a more direct connection between lawmakers from multiple states pursuing outdoor engagement policy ideas and solutions. Explore the StoryMap below to learn more about the benefits of time in nature and the policy solutions Outdoor Working Group members in 16 states are advancing to increase equitable outdoor access.