The environmentally well person recognizes the responsibility to preserve, protect and improve the environment and appreciates the interconnectedness of nature and the individual.

  • Once you’re outside, the rest of life seems to disappear. You become “one with nature,” spiritually, mentally, physically as you appreciate all the beauty this planet has to offer. Your senses heighten as you become more aware of your surroundings with each passing minute. And you may not realize it, but you are improving your own health and wellness. Yes, activities such as that simple walk around the block enhance your overall health. In one study, 71 percent of people found a reduction in depression after going for a walk outdoors versus a 45 percent reduction by those who went on an indoor walk. In another study, gardening demonstrated a significant reduction in cortisol levels of subjects.
    • Your discovery activity: Increase your environmental wellness by doing this activity RIGHT NOW.
      • Walk outside and try this breathing exercise. Inhale for 4 seconds, exhale for 8 seconds. Repeat this for a minute. How do you feel? Our clinic is surrounded by a paved walking trail, right next to a nature trail, and a pond. So, there are plenty of opportunities to embrace the healthfulness of the environment.

SWACO

The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) serves Franklin County and neighboring areas with solutions for solid waste. SWACO provides consumers recycling opportunities around Franklin County at our recycling drop off-locations.

SWACO is your community resource to recycle your unwanted items in the most efficient, cost-effective and sustainable manner.

SWACO provides tips for
-food waste
-household hazardous waste
-Rx disposal
-plastic bag recycling
-yard waste

Find out where you can recycle in your neighborhood and what materials are accepted: https://www.swaco.org/299/Recycling-Drop-Off-Program

Central Ohio Greenways

The Central Ohio Greenways wind through a mix of diverse communities and scenery. The Greenways connects the Central Ohio region with over 180 miles of trails for everyone to explore parks, neighborhoods, rivers, and the vibrant, diverse culture of one of the nation’s greatest places to live, work, and play.

Each trail page includes trail alerts, navigation to the trail head and an interactive map:

Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Blacklick Creek Trail
Camp Chase Trail
Darby Creek Trail
Downtown Connector
Heritage Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Olentangy Trail
Scioto Trail
Tj Evans Trail