Spending time outside and in nature is a crucial puzzle piece for living a healthy and happy life. There is nothing that compares to feeling the warmth of the sun on your cheeks or the icy air nip your nose on a winter day. Being outdoors and active is not only good for your physical wellbeing, but it is also incredibly beneficial for your mental health. But don’t just take our word for it—we have proof! Check out this article (Weir, 2025) to learn more about the benefits of being in the great outdoors.
When summer starts and we all have so much more free time on our hands, it’s easy to let time slip away by sitting inside and scrolling through Instagram or binge-watching our latest TV obsession (in this office, generally that show tends to be from the Bravoverse). And while there certainly is a time and place for some much-needed r&r, we don’t want you to miss out on the gorgeous weather and the impeccable summer vibes. Even on the busiest days, we should all strive to take a breath of fresh air, touch some grass, and feel the freedom of the outdoors.
Now, we know what you’re thinking, “Hey Outdoors for All, that sounds wonderful, but how do I make sure my child and/or loved one is getting outdoors when I am at work.” Well, let’s just say we are so glad you asked.
We know that with school and typical seasonal program disruptions, our participants (and future participants) might have a bit more time on their hands in the summer. But don’t worry, we are ready to help you fill that extra time. In addition to our typical programs that take place throughout the year, we also have Youth Day Camp programs and Adult Adventure Days in the summer. Both programs are designed to be accessible for all ability levels and keep our participants active, outdoors, and engaged during the summer. Our staff and volunteers are excited and ready to step in and help create unforgettable experiences for our participants.
Each location and age group’s program and schedule changes daily, keeping things interesting and supporting our participants’ growth and development. A camper might find themselves kayaking on Lake Washington one day and cycling the trails at Magnuson Park or exploring the Seattle Aquarium the next day.
Our camp programs are tailored to meet the needs of both children and adults with disabilities. Youth Summer Camp programs are based out of Magnuson Park (Seattle), Lake Sammamish Park (Issaquah) and PenMet Parks Recreation Center (Gig Harbor), with our Adult Adventure Days programs spending their time at Magnuson Park and Lake Sammamish Park. To view our camp guides and schedules, please click here to get to our registration information page.
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For general inquiries or questions regarding programs please email us at info@outdoorsforall.org.
American Psychological Association. (2025, April 8). Nurtured by nature. Monitor on Psychology, 51(3). https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/nurtured-nature