3.4. Foster, develop and promote nature-based education, training and recreational programming across ages and skill levels.

Public input places a high priority on nature programs for all ages. 

3.4.1. Enhance and expand nature-based interpretive and educational opportunities for children, starting at pre-school age, as well as adults and seniors. 

3.4.2. Provide outdoor leadership training to better connect residents of all ages to nature. 

Outdoor leadership training teaches outdoor ethics, such as the “Leave No Trace” principles, and skills such as plant and animal identification, map reading, and wayfinding tool usage.