Outdoor Learning Activities For The Summer Holidays!
We know that children look forward to the summer months all year round – 6 weeks of sun, fun and freedom is exactly what they need! But even when it’s as sunny as it currently is outside, if there aren’t any fun outdoor learning activities for kids in the near vicinity, children can often find themselves getting bored and being drawn toward their Xbox instead of playing in the gorgeous sunshine.
Tutora have come up with their ‘Get Kids Out Learning!’ campaign which is dedicated to helping you find the best local attractions and creating memorable moments for you, your family and your friends! Tutora and How Stean Gorge both agree that learning shouldn’t stop over the holidays. Outdoor learning activities for kids are a fantastic way of keeping their mind fresh with new, immersive experiences.
It has been shown that students lose around 2 months’ worth of progress over the summer months. This is because, a lot of the time, they aren’t pushing themselves with new activities or absorbing new information. We are blessed with so many wonderful places to visit up and down the UK, particularly in Yorkshire, so the solution can often lie just down the road!
Outdoor learning activities for kids at school age are a fantastic way of keeping them healthy and happy with exercise. They will also develop learning techniques through experimentation with new activities and playing with new friends. This can be incredibly beneficial to those with behaviour problems as sitting inside leads to a build-up of energy which can often come out in aggressive ways. Where-as playing and learning outside will keep the mind occupied and release energy efficiently.
At How Stean Gorge, we pride ourselves on offering a range of exciting, educational, and interactive outdoor activities that are perfect for school-age children. Our unique outdoor environment, which has been naturally sculpted over millennia, provides the ideal backdrop for a host of adventurous and enlightening experiences.
For those ready to embrace a challenge, our Gorge Walking and Ghyll Scrambling sessions offer a thrilling way to explore the natural beauty of the gorge. These activities are not just about physical adventure; they’re a journey through time.
Our Caving sessions take the adventure underground, where you can discover a hidden world beneath your feet. Guided by our knowledgeable instructors, you’ll delve into the heart of the gorge, exploring its fascinating geological formations. Our instructors are passionate about sharing their knowledge, helping to develop a deeper understanding of the geological processes that have shaped the gorge over countless years.
We don’t think outdoor learning should only be for summer holidays so we have set up a great choice of day trips full of outdoor education activities for kids. Or, if like us you agree that a day isn’t enough, we have full weekend residential trips available. These come with the option to stay in some of our beautiful, unique accommodation options in the heart of the picturesque Yorkshire Dales.
How Stean Gorge offers some fantastic outdoor learning packages where we promise to teach kids new and exciting things during their time with us. Don’t worry though parents, we would hate for you to miss out so we have designed our activities to be perfect for adults as well – learn to canoe, via ferrata, abseil and so much more with us!
So, come join us at How Stean Gorge for an unforgettable educational adventure. It’s the perfect opportunity for kids to get active, engage with the natural world, and learn in an environment that no classroom can replicate. If you’re interested in any of our thrilling outdoor activities, click here or get in touch with our tea via admin@howstean.co.uk
