Date
12-2021
Document Type
Capstone Project (Open Access)
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Department
Health, Human Services and Public Policy
Major
Collaborative Health and Human Services
First Advisor
Alena Porte
Abstract
The Ventana Wildlife Society's mission statement is to conserve native wildlife through science, education, and collaboration. VWS addresses the lettuce curtain and lack of access to green spaces with “Salud y Naturaleza ''. The Lettuce Curtain refers to the disconnect between the Salinas Valley and the coast. This Nature Prescription program removes the barriers of transportation, cost, and language, giving access to nature to families in East Salinas by organizing free family trips to the coast and a weekly nature class. With easy access to nature, people will be encouraged to spend time in the outdoors to better their mental and physical health. Greater access to the outdoors is proven to reduce stress, better mental and physical health, and well-being. The outdoors is a resource that should be available for all and not just a privileged few. Expected findings are for participants to gain comfortability and knowledge with nature.
Recommended Citation
Ochoa, Yulissa, "Wellness Through Nature" (2021). Capstone Projects and Master's Theses. 1148.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/caps_thes_all/1148
Included in
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education Commons, Community College Leadership Commons, Educational Leadership Commons, Health and Physical Education Commons, Outdoor Education Commons