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Vitamin N, as in "Nature"

We believe that people are meant to spend time in nature - for the sake of both their health and their spirits. Take a look at these links to learn how you can get your daily dose of Vitamin N!

Vitamin N

Vitamin N: We need Nature — Iowa Natural Heritage Winter 2012 Magazine
Richard Louv, author of The Nature Principle:Human Restoration and the End of Nature Deficity Disorder and The Last Child in the Woods
- Purchase Louv's works

Get your Vitamin N: Winter 2012 Destination

Enjoy winter at Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt, — Iowa Natural Heritage Winter 2012 Magazine.
Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt, located at 8700 NE 126 Ave., Maxwell, Iowa.

Winter is a great time for:

Snowshoeing: It's easy, fun & great exercise! Find a snowshoe clinic or event around Iowa.
Cross-Country Skiing: Find a trail near you.
Birdwatching: Information from the Iowa Ornithologists' Union.
Wildlife watching: The Iowa Watchable Wildlife Guide and wildlife-related events.

Explore Iowa Outdoors

Explore with INHF
INHF's Outdoor Recreation Guide: Where to go, what to do and how to get there.
For more places to get outside, check out MyCountyParks.com and Iowa's state parks and recreation areas.

Get Healthy

Let's get healthy together: Iowa's Healthiest State Initiative.