New for 2009 - Weight Loss Camp (ages 10+)

8/2-15, 2009

Almost 50% of children aged 8-16 years watch 3-5 hours of television a day. These kids who watch the most hours of television have the highest incidence of obesity. (Word on Health, “Childhood Obesity on the Rise”: Torgan, Carol, June 2002)

Children today spend an average of 6 hours each day in front of the computer and TV but less than 4 minutes a day in unstructured outdoor play (Chesapeake Bay Foundation).

Obesity in kids is now epidemic in the U.S. The number of children who are overweight has doubled in the last two to three decades. Currently one child in five is overweight”. (Word on Health, “Childhood Obesity on the Rise”: Torgan, Carol, June 2002)

Increased study of science and nature, especially in the very young, has proved in studies extremely beneficial for cognitive functioning, reduced symptoms of attention deficit disorder, increased self-discipline and emotional well being. (Chesapeake Bay Foundation)

Nature Conservancy funded studies correlate a decline in visits to U.S. National Parks with a condition called “videophilia” which is a preference for television, video game and Internet use. (Pergams and Zaradic). The effects of videophilia are substantial and include obesity, attention disorders, lack of socialization and poor academic performance. (P&G)

After the shock of hearing these statistics we realized that our program is a natural way for children to get outside, have fun, and naturally lose weight. We are still developing our 2-week weight loss trip...email or call us (800-782-0779) if you are interested in learning more.

800-782-0779 • P.O. Box 760
New Castle, VA 24127 • info@wilderness-adventure.com