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Fostering Collaboration to Connect Veterans with Nature for Health: Therapeutic Landscapes and Healing Environments
April 9, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

This webinar will explore how outdoor programs for military veterans create therapeutic landscapes that support mental health and well-being. Dr. David Havlick will discuss how nature immersion, outdoor recreation, and social dynamics contribute to recovery—particularly for veterans experiencing post-traumatic stress. We will also discuss the unique role of public lands in fostering these healing environments.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn how outdoor environments and program variations contribute to healing and therapeutic benefits.
- Understand why the diverse and individualized nature of these programs can make outcomes difficult to quantify—yet still effective.
- Discover how public lands provide unique therapeutic opportunities.
- Gain insights into how outdoor programs can continue to evolve to better support veterans’ well-being.