Outdoor Recreation: Games, Leisure, and Health Benefits

Outdoor recreation offers immense physical, social, and emotional benefits, from beach ball games to competitive cheerleading conditioning. Master the rules of speedball, kickball, and mini-golf, and discover the best spots in Maryland and North Carolina for finding sea glass.

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Physical, Social, Emotional & Intellectual Benefits of Outdoor Recreation

Published Jul,18 2011 | By Tina Pashley

Outdoor recreation is enjoyable for men, women and children of all ages. Performing physical exercise while outdoors provides a way to get outside and enjoy your natural surroundings.