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If you were to perform an online search for "mental health benefits of nature" you would be met with over 62 million hits.

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Meeting at Cavallo Point
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The Institute is delighted to welcome a number of prominent organizations as part of our Institute-rate bookings in partnership with Cavallo Point Lodge.
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Park Prescriptions has grown out of a conceptual phase into a period of rapid implementation.

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National ParkRx Convening
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At the first ever "National Convening on Park Prescriptions" some key organizations agreed to take things to the next level.

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Food for the Parks
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We are making exciting strides to ensure that when you visit a national park, you will get to hike to beautiful sights and also taste delicious, locally-sourced, sustainable bites.

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Collective Impact Brainstorm
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One process we have used to strengthen Healthy Parks, Healthy People is called “collective impact” and it's gaining traction around the country.
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Who can lead the way on climate change? Many years ago, I thought the solutions might come from the top, and that politicians or diplomats had the answers. Now, I believe progress can come locally and that we all have a role to play.
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The Institute has built a national movement by telling the stories of successful "park prescriptions" programs and inspiring leaders to take up the charge.
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The Institute's starting point is our belief that parks and public lands can play a critical role in tackling many of society’s biggest social and environmental challenges.

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Director Jarvis
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This summer, the NPS announced its commitment to provide healthy, nutritious food at every national park in the country.