June 5th

By Mutt Mulligan

5 ways to be an “outsider” this summer

Having a living landscape is great. But getting out and enjoying it (i.e. being an “outsider”) is even better. In fact, that’s how you’ll reap the many health and well-being rewards that living landscapes offer. Yards play a vital role in the health of our environment. And when you take care of your lawn, it takes care of you, as well.

Here are just a few ideas for how to get a hefty dose of Vitamin N(ature) this summer by being an outsider like TurfMutt.

Get your kids moving. A rousing game of tag or hide and seek in the family yard is a great way to counter computer and screen time.

Take a walk. Lace up your athletic shoes and head out for a walk around the block or to your neighborhood park. Don’t forget to take Fido along!

Play with your dog. A dog’s favorite “room” of the house is your family yard. Take inspiration from your pooch and spend time outside playing Frisbee or fetch.

Dine al fresco. Taking a meal outside is one of the easiest – and most nourishing – ways to enjoy the outdoor space around you. Have breakfast with the backyard birds. Lunch at a park near your office. Enjoy your coffee break under a shade tree.

Sit back and relax. Sometimes the best thing to do is absolutely nothing at all. Spend some time in a hammock, spread a blanket out on the grass, or take a meditation break outside to soak up the nature around you.

Learn more about the benefits of our living landscapes to our health, well-being and environment by visiting SaveLivingLandscapes.com.