
Norwegian preschoolers start day with hikes around kindergartens, boosting early exposure to outdoor life
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Schools are trying to expose thousands of preschoolers to the outdoors in Norway, a country known for its stunning landscapes, by taking them on hikes around kindergartens.
"We hope we can inspire the kids to be outdoor children," said Kristin Oftedal of the Norwegian Trekking Association, a volunteer organization which aims to promote outdoor activities. "We believe outdoor children are happy children."
The mini-Nordic adventurers will grow up in a society where outdoor life is quasi-religious. According to the latest official data, 97% of Norwegians participated in some form of outdoor activity in 2021. That compares with just 54% of Americans, according to Outdoor Foundation, a U.S. outdoor industry association.
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