How adventure rejuvenates young ones

We many times underestimate the healing and calming properties of nature. Nature not only helps with releasing the stress but it also brings much-needed clarity.

With Covid hitting us like a rock and converting normal pleasures of life into luxury, we can say the young ones of our society also had an unfavorable impact on them.

They were no longer allowed to soak in the fresh sunlight, run until they fell laughing, all of it became a dream that they all began envisioning. Just like social interaction is crucial for a child’s personality, so is going outside, exploring nature and being a little adventurous. Kids were limited to the space available in their homes, not getting access to outdoor activities they used to enjoy so dearly.

With increased screen time and social isolation, the physical health as well as mental health of children has been affected to the extent that many of them only prefer sticking to screens rather than the environment’s green.

Since they are children they’re likely to have lots of energy in them all ready to be put to use. Trekking is one of those ways. However, long treks can be boring for them, leaving the parents also in dilemma. So it’s better to introduce them to different sides nature and environment has to offer, one by one.

We can do so by increasing their exposure to the sun, outdoors and nature.

Exploring nature

Small and little things that are not that little can play a huge role in your child’s connection and understanding of nature. From gardening to bird watching all of this can be done on a weekly basis.

And to ensure they are getting enough sun and nature on a daily basis, make sure they spend time outside running and playing with their friends. Make sure that they have time for some outdoor activities and sweat!

Monthly Outings

You can arrange trips/picnics with other parents, so that your kids have the chance to socialise and be adventurous with the kids of their age.

It is crucial for their personality development to talk and have fun with the people of their age. This not only builds the sense of belonging, but the earlier they start this the better for their development.

If trips feel like a huge task maybe because of your busy schedules, you can organise outdoor physical activities in the nearby park. Like relay racing, Hula hoop race, etc. There are a number of things, you just need to look into it.

Visiting national parks and educating your kids about all the wonderful creations of god through these visits, is fun as well as doable on a monthly basis.

Trips

Arranging trips yearly can be fun, interactive and make them more adaptive to the ever changing environment and society. This time you spend with your kids can also be utilised as the time to make your bond stronger and know each other better.

Adventurous trips that have a bunch of different and exciting physical activities, keeping their age in mind. These trips not only make kids look forward to the trips but also makes them more active. If your kid is above a certain age with not much difficulty to travel, trips are a good idea as starters if you plan them to take trekking.

Trekking!

Did you know kids of the age 8 and above can go trekking! They began to grow strength in their limbs and feel strong as well as they will learn to become self sufficient, like talking to strangers, little bit of cooking, organising trek gear, photography, etc the list is never ending. You will be giving your kid the opportunities you may never had while growing up.

And if you’re also a beginner, you and your kids can start with day treks that are also suitable for children. Also make sure that you and your kids are healthy and fit enough for the trek. Some of the children-friendly Himalayan treks are- Dayara Bugyal, kedarkantha, Brahmatal, Har ki Dun, Deoriatal-Chandrashila, and more.

We (Kasti Adventures) believe that no matter what age, trekking is something that can open you up to new life-changing experiences. And since we aim to make sure that your trek with us is a memorable one where you’re exploring different sides of nature, we aim the same for all the young ones out there. You can check our website to know more about us- https://kashtiadventures.com/ .