Another reason to visit us on Earth Day

Nature-Deficit Disorder
Read article here.
Best quote: Studies show that children who spend time outdoors are confident, smart, creative and flexible; gain self-awareness and self-discipline, and develop problem-solving skills and reduce stress levels.
"The really important thing we have to include is how good nature is for kids' health," added Louv, whose book seems to have confirmed what many environmentalists and educators have known all along: nature is good for you.
Furthermore, if children don't continue to climb trees, inspect bugs and frequent parks, who will care about making sure these things exist for future generations? Today, more and more programs, from public campaigns to private institutions, are making sure there is a definitive answer to that question.
Earth Day will be celebrated on the farm Sunday, April 22, 8 am to 5 pm.