Land Conservation Is Encouraged By Childhood Experiences In The Outdoors

Saturday, November 19, 2011 - 14:50 in Psychology & Sociology

Conservationists are increasingly interested in finding out why people engage in environmental activities, and a growing body of literature suggests that pro-nature ideals among adults are fostered by activities that they engaged in during their childhoods. A recent study of Indiana landowners supports this theory and emphasizes the significance of unstructured outdoor play over more formal educational activities. read more

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