Throughout the last decade, there has been an increase and strengthening of scientific evidence on the health and well-being benefits of contact and interactions between people with nature. The sustainable deepening of these interactions, based on a more complete...

The creation of the new material is a result of a pioneering collaboration between Leave No Trace Ireland, Donegal Local Development CLG and local communities. The project focused on collaboration and co-creation with local communities to adapt, tailor and develop...

The European Commission has adopted the new EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030 and an associated Action Plan - a comprehensive, ambitious, long-term plan for protecting nature and reversing the degradation of ecosystems. It aims to put Europe's biodiversity...

There is an ever growing body of evidence, much of which can be found in the BOSS project resources, of the positive impact that being active in natural settings can bring. Being in nature has been shown to have especially powerful effects on positive mental...

New research released today reveals that the appeal of outdoor activities has been boosted by enforced COVID- 19 restrictions. In a survey of consumers in seven countries* – UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland, Sweden – 70% of respondents stated that they are...

In this context of the health crisis, ENOS has taken action to highlight the added value that outdoor sports can bring for individuals and communities and can be used to help in the process of restoration following the many challenges Europe is facing. A position...