Nature Love & Harmony

Badge Description:

Honors programs rooted in nature, farming, and outdoor exploration. Uses ecosystems and hands-on experience to spark curiosity, responsibility, and a deep connection to the earth.

Eligibility Criteria:

To earn the Nature Love & Harmony badge, programs must demonstrate a commitment to nature-based learning through the following:

Required Components (Must meet all):

• In-Person Outdoor Activities: Regularly scheduled, supervised outdoor sessions that take place in natural settings (e.g., gardens, farms, forests, parks).

• Nature or Farm-Based Curriculum: A clear outline or documentation of how nature, environmental science, or farm activities are used for learning or personal development.

• Hands-On Ecosystem Experiences: Children must engage in sensory, seasonal, or scientific interaction with plants, animals, weather, water, soil, or similar natural systems.

• Emphasis on Responsibility and Stewardship: Activities or practices that promote care for living things (e.g., gardening, composting, animal tending, clean-up routines).

• No Screens or Digital Media Use During Nature Time: Unless directly used to enhance outdoor learning (e.g., identifying birds or plant species), technology is limited or excluded during nature sessions.
  
  

Suggested Qualifiers (At least 2 recommended):

• Sensory Nature Play: Activities that engage all five senses outdoors—like mud kitchens or barefoot walks.

• Journaling or Reflection: Use of nature journaling, drawing, or observation logs to encourage reflection and connection.

• Seasonal & Weather-Based Learning: Programs that teach awareness of seasonal cycles, weather patterns, moon phases, or gardening by the calendar.

• Animal Interaction: Live animal care or education (e.g., chickens, goats, fish tanks).

• Exploration Skills: Activities that build real-world nature skills like navigation, tracking, or survival basics.

• Eco-Themed Creative Expression: Arts, storytelling, or performances inspired by nature and the environment.

• Farm-to-Table Education: Teaching how food is grown, harvested, and prepared with a focus on healthy, natural living.

• Sustainability Practices: Instruction in composting, gardening, harvesting, or eco-conscious habits.

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