It’s no secret that nature gives you a fresh perspective.
The bracing breezes and gentle forest sounds make it easy to step away from the monotony of office life to discover endless possibilities.
Focus, calm, and connection can all be found when you step into nature. Even small doses of nature improve your mood, lower stress levels, and benefit your physical and social well-being.
But when you truly immerse yourself in nature? That’s when the magic happens.
Here are a few easy ways to start reaping the benefits of working in nature, from boardroom views to team-building activities without leaving Winnipeg!
White walls don’t inspire; instead, choose a space that offers ever-changing nature views! Meeting rooms with large windows overlooking parks are a great option, so are spaces with plants and wood features that help bring some nature inside.
If your office is located near a green space, take advantage. On a nice day, a simple suggestion to gather around a picnic table at the park instead of the boardroom might be all it takes to get your team outside. If you’re spending your morning reading reports or on a phone call, why not find a bench with a view or take a walk?
Instead of thinking about all the things that you can’t do outside because you don’t have your computer, focus on what you can do and take those small opportunities to be in nature, even if it’s only for 10 minutes.
No good places to meet at your office? FortWhyte Alive has two boardrooms available to rent for some of Winnipeg’s best views.
For groups of up to 20, you can meet in the Doug Harvey Lakeside Meeting Room in the Alloway Reception Centre overlooking Lake Devonian.
For groups of up to 15, you can book the Carolyn Sifton Foundation Meeting Room in the new Paul Albrechtsen Visitor Centre at Buffalo Crossing overlooking Muir Lake.
With your lakeside boardroom rental, your team gets access to FortWhyte Alive’s network of trails, floating boardwalks, and some excellent views of the cutest bison herd.
In addition to boosting your mental and physical well-being, working in nature can increase generosity, collaboration, and a sense of social connection, making it a natural fit for a corporate day out or team-building activities in Winnipeg.
At FortWhyte Alive, we welcome teams year-round for adventures on the trails, bus rides to see the herd of Plains Bison, and collaborative team activities like scavenger hunts and group paddling in a Voyageur Canoe.
If you want to have some real fun, you can even add activities like hatchet throwing or a marshmallow roast to your day, giving your group time to unwind and socialize.
Can’t get away during the workday? You can still benefit from nature by working near a window, around plants, or by incorporating wood into your workspace.
Ready to reap the benefits of a day in nature?
Visit our Corporate homepage and plan your next steps, or send this blog to your boss so they know what their team really needs.
See you in nature!