Nature Unplugged
Inspiring Wellness in the Digital Age.
Nature Unplugged is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides education and training to promote preventative mental health and inspire wellness in the digital age. Since 2012, we’ve worked to address declining mental health in a digitally saturated, nature-deficient society.
Our Mission
Why Nature Unplugged?
The average American checks their phone over 150 times daily.
1 in 6 U.S. youth ages 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year.
50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24.
Plug Into Something Better!
Everything we do at Nature Unplugged is aimed to promote mental health and wellness in the digital age. Check out our educational programs and services to find the right fit for you:
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Advocate Certification Workshop
A 90-minute introductory certification workshop designed to equip community leaders with practical tools for digital balance.
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Educator Training Workshop
An in-depth training helping educators and youth organizations bring digital balance and nature-based wellness into their programs.
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Digital-Wellness Coaching
A weekly one-on-one personalized coaching program that helps teens and adults build a healthier relationship with technology and reconnect with nature.
Since 2012, Nature Unplugged has helped thousands of people build healthier relationships with technology and reconnect with nature.
Our Impact
Advocates and Educators Trained
3,500 +
15,000 +
Miles logged through Hike-A-Thon
30,000 +
Individuals reached through Nature Unplugged programs
Ways to Get Involved
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Hike-a-thon
Take part in our October outdoor challenge and help fund preventative mental health programs for our schools and communities!
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Community Hikes
Join us for monthly hikes around San Diego and connect with others in nature. It’s free to participate—just register so we can share trail details and updates.
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28 Day Challenge
From May 1–28, swap screen time for green time. Join our month-long challenge to reconnect with nature and build healthier digital habits.
Explore our upcoming hikes and community gatherings—moments to unplug, slow down, and reconnect with nature.
Upcoming Events
Our Partners & Clients
We’re proud to partner with individuals, schools, nonprofits, and businesses to promote mental health and well-being in the digital age.
Support our Mission
Every purchase from our store directly fuels our mission—100% of proceeds support protecting and preserving the outdoors.
Support Our Work
Nature Unplugged is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health and wellness in the digital age. Your support helps us expand our programs, train advocates and educators, and bring preventative mental health solutions to more communities.
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