Nature Boosts Wellbeing
New Study of 96,000 Adults Links Nature Visits to Greater Happiness
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The nature-destination feature highlights specific activities, including a guided dusk beaver walk at Hallam Lake in Aspen and forest-bathing experiences in Yosemite Mariposa County.
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On the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail trip, the riders chose St. Albans over Swanton for its wider range of lodging and dining, then joined the rail trail in Sheldon via the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail.
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The trail’s shuttle service runs four days a week between St. Johnsbury and Swanton, with several stops along the route.
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At Bearwood, Jackson Bowen described how scouts are assigned geographic areas and demonstrated comparison tools, including a comparison of George Earthy and Kamari Doyle.
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Guide Joe Flater was described as a 2017 inductee into the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame who navigates the rivers in a 14-foot boat without electronics.
People who spend time in nature report significantly higher happiness and life satisfaction, according to Travel Daily Media, with coastal environments showing the strongest wellbeing boost. From Vermont rail trails to Wisconsin hunting lodges to guided nature walks in Aspen, outdoor experiences range widely — each offering distinct ways to connect with natural settings and recharge.
Nature's Happiness Boost Draws Millions to Destinations
A study of nearly 96,000 English adults found visitors to natural environments report greater life satisfaction than non-visitors, Travel Daily Media reports. Coastal blue spaces showed the strongest wellbeing link. Top destinations include guided dusk beaver walks at Hallam Lake in Aspen and forest-bathing experiences in Yosemite Mariposa County. These activities blend relaxation with wildlife observation, creating immersive nature contact.
Three Days Pedaling Vermont's Historic Rail Trail
The Lamoille Valley Rail Trail stretches 95 miles across northwest Vermont to St. Johnsbury near the New Hampshire border. According to Times Union, riders recently completed a three-day journey, choosing St. Albans over Swanton for better lodging and dining options. They joined the trail via the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail connector from Sheldon.
The western stretch offers limited services and changing terrain. A shuttle service runs four days weekly between St. Johnsbury and Swanton, with multiple stops along the route. This allows riders to break trips into manageable sections or skip difficult portions, making the trail accessible to varied fitness levels.
Bear Hunt at Historic Wisconsin Family Lodge
Flater's Resort in Rusk County, Wisconsin, has operated as a family-run lodge since 1938. According to Gazette Extra, guide Joe Flater — a 2017 Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame inductee — leads hunters on black bear expeditions. Flater navigates rivers in a 14-foot boat without electronic aids, relying on decades of local knowledge and skill.
On a recent hunt, one visitor filmed a wolf but reported no bear sighting during the first day. The lodge combines traditional hunting culture with guided expertise, drawing visitors seeking authentic wilderness experiences in Wisconsin's northern forests.
Football Club Opens Scouting Methods to Supporters
At Bearwood football facilities, supporters gained behind-the-scenes access to player recruitment processes. Jackson Bowen demonstrated how scouts are assigned geographic territories and use data comparison tools to evaluate prospects. The club showed viewers how to compare player profiles like George Earthy and Kamari Doyle, revealing the analytical methods driving modern recruitment decisions.
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