Lets go for a hike

Join two EY volunteers and our Executive Director on a fun & interactive hike. Make sure to challenge yourself by filling out “Questions & Reflections” after the hike. Have Fun!

Learn About Fly Fishing

Join Alex, a veteran EY volunteer, as he shows us the basics of fly fishing. After the video, challenge yourself by answering the “Fly Fishing Questions.”

Explore Redwoods National Park on this Virtual 4k hike

Explore the beautiful Redwoods National Park from your home. After you complete your virtual hike, record your observations in the “Virtual Hike Reflection.”

Let’s learn a new language

In this video, our EY volunteer Penelope, guides us through some basics on Mandarin. Watch the video and see if you can learn the phrases and then test your knowledge with “Mandarin Challenge Questions”.

Striped Bass are super cool

Follow along as our Executive Director, Alec, talks about Striped Bass and shares some fun footage of these amazing fish.

Introduction to Knot Tying

Follow along as our Lead Instructor, Nick, teaches you about the fundamentals of knot tying!

Join us for a birdwatching tour along the Charles river

Thank you to our great volunteer, Andy and his friend Kelsey, you can learn about some of the amazing birds that occupy our city.

Nature inspired yoga poses

Join us as we follow along with our friend Kitri who shows us her favorite nature inspired yoga poses. Make sure to follow the journal reflection questions at the end of the video!

At-Home Nature Activities

Spend 10 Minutes Outside Each Day - Take care of your mental and physical health by following this rule (if you are able). Follow these American Hiking Society guidelines for getting outdoors responsibly.

Health, Wellness, and Mindfulness Resources for Home - We all need to take time and practice self care. This is a wonderful resource to help guide you in this journey. A huge thank you to Sonja, Carley, and Andrea for sharing this !

Nature Photography - Using a smartphone or simple camera, try and get some nature shots. Get creative with what you have around, trees and animals are often just outside your window. Send your pictures to us via Instagram: @elevate.youth.boston, or to alec@elevate-youth.org so we can see your photos!

Nature Blog - Write a blog post about your favorite experience in the outdoors (especially if it was with Elevate Youth)! Send your post to alec@elevate-youth.org to be featured on our website blog!

Rock Art - Using paint, sharpies, or whatever you have lying around the house, watch this video and learn how to create cool art using rocks.

Leaf Collage - Create a unique collage using only paper, glue, and leaves.

Tree Drawings - Learn how to draw 7 different types of trees using this easy, step-by-step guide.

Make A Birdhouse - With items around your home - you can make a bird house. Please use the video from our friends at Farrington Nature Linc to help guide you in this project. Have fun and don't forget to fill out the fun challenge "Birdhouse Questions" after you are finished.

Create A Mood Board - A mood board is a type of visual presentation or a collage consisting of images, text, and samples of objects in a composition. It can be based upon a set topic or can be any material chosen at random. Watch the video to learn how to make your own! Please share a photo of your mood board with alec@elevate-youth.org, or describe your mood board in the “Mood Board Reflection.” If it is nature themed, that’s a bonus!!

Indoor S’mores - Maybe we can’t be camping right now, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make s’mores! Follow the recipe to get a taste of the great outdoors. **Do this with adult supervision only.

Mindfulness & Movement Exercises

Beginner Yoga - Try the video to learn some basic yoga moves and get your body moving! After you complete the exercise, fill out the form to tell us about it.

Guided Meditation - Find a quiet place where you can sit and watch the meditation video. Try to listen to the voice that's speaking and follow along. Fill out the form when you are finished.

From Mindless to Mindful - Practice being mindful and letting your attention rest on just this moment. After you complete the video, fill out this form.

Mood Walk - Follow the instructions of this video and get active. You can do this indoor or outside. If you go outside make sure to ask your parent/guardian for permission and follow the "Outside Safety Reminders". After you complete this exercise please fill out the form.

Just Dance Workout - Watch the video and follow along for a FUN and tiring 40 minute workout!

Hip-Hop Workout - Unleash your inner dancer in this hip-hop workout class. This is for everyone from beginners to advanced…just be ready to push your mind and body!

Disco Funk Workout - Learn a short dance routine and work up a sweat in this 10 minute disco dance video.

Yoga Stretching - Stretch out stiff, tired and achy muscles with this 10 minute morning yoga full body stretch for beginners. Challenge yourself by doing this a couple of days a week!