Manitoba Nature Summit, Inc.

The Manitoba Nature Summit Inc. is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization invested in incorporating nature into children's lives. Research shows that children have become alienated from nature and its curative and inspiring effects. How do we reconnect children - who spend an average of between 1.5 to 6.5 hours a day with electronic media (Kaiser Family Foundation, 2005 and 2006) - back to the outdoors?
The first ever Nature Summit was held in September 2010.  A small but enthusiastic group of early childhood educators, nature enthusiasts, health professionals, landscape architects and others came together for a weekend of skill development and developing strategic relationships. Delegates were offered opportunities to explore nature and develop skills that they can share with the children in their lives.  For further details and pictures please go to our website www.naturesummitmb.com