Our green wellbeing project, Myplace, has been leading the way in encouraging people to enjoy spending quality time in nature, sometimes for the first time in their lives.

A typical session outside with Myplace can include anything from going on a wildlife walk, learning some bushcraft or taking part in some practical conservation. All of these activities have been scientifically proven to make us feel happier, healthier and more connected to our surroundings.

One participant said: “I feel I have really connected with nature and its really helped my mental health. I now feel part of something and want to carry this on with some sort of conservation work.”

Being outdoors is so important for our health and wellbeing, and having the right kit is a big part of being able to enjoy the outdoors.

With this in mind, our Myplace team were thrilled to receive a donation of outdoor clothing from Gift Your Gear earlier this year.

Gift Your Gear is a Rohan initiative that provides outdoor clothing to community organisations, youth groups and charities working with people in the outdoors, across the UK.

Myplace Senior Project Officer, Jenny Reddell said: “One of the biggest barriers for people getting out on session with us is a lack of suitable clothing. Having something to keep you warm and dry is vital to being able to enjoy your time in the fresh air, but if it’s not something you already own, the costs of getting a new pair of walking boots, waterproof coat and trousers can be enormous.

We are incredibly grateful to Gift Your Gear for their generous donation of outdoor clothing to our Myplace project. Nature is such a powerful healer and we want as many people as possible to be able to experience the benefits of quality time outdoors.”

Karen Williams, Product Director at Rohan said, “Most outdoor kit will last much longer than we need it to, its full potential is rarely realised. The outdoor kit donated makes a real difference to the community organisations, youth groups and charities who receive it.”

Myplace received a selection of boots, jackets, tops and trousers from Gift Your Gear which we are handing out to our participants to help them enjoy getting out with us come rain or shine.