In light of the growing need for a more holistic and practical approach to education, this position paper advocates for the integration of outdoor practices into mainstream curricula. Indeed, the traditional classroom often falls short in providing a quality learning experience for children and youth, that enhances their overall development, well-being, environmental awareness and social skills.

Emphasizing the framework of Education in Nature (or nature-based education) and backed by extensive research carried-out in the framework of the DEN project, the document explores historical roots and diverse approaches in order to outline the manifold benefits associated with outdoor education.