{"id":63869,"date":"2024-08-27T12:40:05","date_gmt":"2024-08-27T11:40:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/news\/?p=63869"},"modified":"2024-08-29T11:23:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-29T10:23:07","slug":"this-september-explore-the-great-outdoors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/news\/this-september-explore-the-great-outdoors\/","title":{"rendered":"This September explore The Great Outdoors!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>This September we are all being asked to embrace the great outdoors and consider ditching the car and, where possible, use an alternative form of transport.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s all part of Outdoor September, a Devon-wide month-long campaign being promoted by Active Devon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being active, particularly outdoors, benefits your health and wellbeing and during the course of the month Active Devon and their partners from the Devon Local Nature Partnership, Devon Climate Emergency, Devon County Council\u2019s Public Health team and Travel Devon, will be sharing details of events, ideas and tips to help us all make the most of our environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The campaign aims to support those looking to change their behaviour and become more active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some fantastic ways to enjoy Devon during #OutdoorSeptember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cycle Routes: Discover the joy of cycling on Devon\u2019s extensive network of bike paths. From the family-friendly Tarka Trail and Exe Estuary Trail to the more challenging Dartmoor circuits, there\u2019s a route for every level of cyclist. If you are looking for more confidence on your bike, why not sign up for free adult cycle sessions here on the <a href=\"https:\/\/activedevon.org\/adult-cycle-training\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Active Devon<\/a> website. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking Trails: Put your best foot forward and discover what\u2019s on your doorstep. This could be your local green space, exploring the South West Coast Path, wander through Dartmoor or Exmoor National Park, or take a leisurely walk along one of our many estuaries. For more information on exciting cycling and walking routes, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exploredevon.info\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Explore Devon <\/a>website.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public Transport Adventures: During September, it is World Car Free Day (22 September) so why not make use of Devon\u2019s public transport. Combine train and bus routes to access remote areas and hidden gems. By exploring your local area without a car, if that\u2019s possible, you&#8217;re contributing to a reduction in carbon emissions, helping to preserve our environment for future generations. For more information on different ways to travel around Devon, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldevon.info\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Travel Devon website. <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nature Connection: Join guided nature walks, participate in birdwatching tours, or engage in outdoor park yoga sessions. There are endless ways to connect with nature and discover the tranquillity it offers. Maybe becoming a Wellbeing Walk Leader in Devon is something you\u2019d be interested in? Take a look at the free training offered <a href=\"https:\/\/activedevon.org\/wellbeing-walks-is-englands-largest-network-of-health-walks\/\" rel=\"noopener\">here.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_239aa8cf945d0e0dbf1748b59b208642\" class=\"councillor-quote align-right dcc grid-x\">\r\n\t<blockquote class=\"councillor-quote-blockquote medium-auto small-12 cell\">\r\n                    <div class=\"councillor-quote-title\"><p>Councillor Andrea Davis, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Environment and Transport, said: <\/p><\/div>\r\n        \t\t<div class=\"councillor-quote-text\"><p>\u201cWhy not take Outdoor September as the opportunity to immerse yourself in Devon&#8217;s breathtaking scenery, embrace a healthier lifestyle, and add a little bit of nature into a daily routine. Outdoor September is your ticket to enjoy nature, champion sustainability and dive into exciting new ways to connect and enjoy our stunning county. Whether you&#8217;re into hiking, biking, yoga, running, team sports, traveling actively or just a casual wheel or stroll, join your family or friends and be outdoors this September. Leaving the car at home when you can, can have amazing benefits, not only financially but on your mental and physical health too.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t<\/blockquote>\r\n        <div class=\"councillor-quote-aside medium-auto small-12 cell\">\r\n\t<figure class=\"councillor-quote-image grid-x\">\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"small-6 cell medium-12\" src=\"https:\/\/democracy.devon.gov.uk\/UserData\/4\/3\/1\/Info00000134\/bigpic.jpg\" alt=\"Councillor Andrea Davis\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\r\n        <figcaption class=\"councillor-quote-description small-6 cell medium-12\" >\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/democracy.devon.gov.uk\/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=134\" rel=\"noopener\">Councillor Andrea Davis, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Environment and Transport<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n            <\/figure>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    \r\n    <\/div>\n\n<div id=\"block_b19e6eee86b41fac00380681ea480664\" class=\"councillor-quote align-right dcc grid-x\">\r\n\t<blockquote class=\"councillor-quote-blockquote medium-auto small-12 cell\">\r\n                    <div class=\"councillor-quote-title\"><p>Councillor Stuart Hughes, Devon County Council Cabinet Member for Highway Management said: <\/p><\/div>\r\n        \t\t<div class=\"councillor-quote-text\"><p>Councillor Stuart Hughes, Devon County Council Cabinet Member for Highway Management said: \u201cWe are encouraging Devon residents to get out there and enjoy Devon\u2019s beautiful countryside this September.<br \/>\n\u201cOne of the best ways you can do this is to get on your bike; Devon has miles of cycle routes from the Exe Estuary Trail to the Tarka Trail for all kinds of cycling. Whether you\u2019re looking for a quiet journey to work, a traffic-free trail perfect for all the family or something more challenging; there will be one for you.<br \/>\n\u201cWe continue to look for opportunities to improve older routes and build new ones so why don\u2019t you visit the interactive interactive cycle map on the Travel Devon website and take a look at what\u2019s on offer. You\u2019ll feel happier and healthier and have fun too!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t<\/blockquote>\r\n        <div class=\"councillor-quote-aside medium-auto small-12 cell\">\r\n\t<figure class=\"councillor-quote-image grid-x\">\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"small-6 cell medium-12\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/news\/wp-content\/themes\/dcc-parent-v4\/images\/avatar-placeholder.png\" alt=\"placeholder image\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\r\n        <figcaption class=\"councillor-quote-description small-6 cell medium-12\" >\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/democracy.devon.gov.uk\/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=156\" rel=\"noopener\">Councillor Stuart Hughes, Cabinet Member for Highway Management<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n            <\/figure>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    \r\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<p>So, why not take this opportunity to slow down and immerse yourself in Devon&#8217;s diverse environment. Whether it\u2019s a coastal hike, a stroll through ancient woodlands, or a peaceful day relaxing by the riverside, nature is just one step away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on Outdoor September and the different activities you can take part in, take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/activedevon.org\/outdoor-september\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Active Devon\u2019s website<\/a>  and follow all those involved on social media.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":859,"featured_media":63870,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-63869","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-environment-and-climate-change"],"acf":[],"featured_image":{"ID":63870,"title":"cycling","alt":"Picture of a woman 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