Spring into Nature

Water

Yes it’s pretty wet at WildFit at the moment but that only adds to the experience. The ditch that is dry in summer is much more fun now with fast flowing water to jump, balance and swing over. Also, spending time near water brings balance and harmony to our emotions, improves intelligence, enhances creativity and soothes the soul!

Proximity to water is associated with many positive measures of physical and mental wellbeing, from higher levels of vitamin D to better social relations. “Many of the processes are exactly the same as with green space – with some added benefits,” says Dr Mathew White, a senior lecturer at the University of Exeter and an environmental psychologist.

Microbial exposure

These soil microbes, known as mycobacteria have been shown to have remarkable effects on our immune system and overall health. They stimulate the production of beneficial neurotransmitters like serotonin, which plays a key role in mood regulation and emotional well-being. When your skin comes into relationship with these microbes inflammation reduces, cognitive function improves, wound healing is enhanced, and we receive the gift of earth’s fertile soil through the sensation of scent and touch.

Spring Birds at WildFit

We have live music from the following at the moment:

European Robin
Eurasian Wren
Great Tit
Eurasian Blue Tit
Long tailed Tit
Common Chifchaff
Song Thrush
Eurasian Skylark
Eurasian Blackbird
Yellowhammer
European Starling
Carrion Crow
Rook
Common Firecrest
White Wagtail
Canada Goose
Common Chaffinch
Magpie
Wood Pigeon
Common Buzzard
European Greenfinch
European Goldfinch
Eurasian Bullfinch
Ring-necked Pheasant
Eurasian Blackcap
Eurasian Green Woodpecker

Daylight

With the clocks changing to British summer time and longer daylight hours coming to WildFit helps you make the most of it. Daylight helps to regulate hormones and the immune system. It’s good for sleep and can help with depression.

Stress Reduction

Outdoors also provides a unique opportunity for stress reduction and mental relaxation. The sights, sounds, and smells of the garden environment have been shown to lower cortisol levels, reduce anxiety and depression, and promote a sense of calm and inner peace where you can hear, know and see yourself more clearly.