Shepherdstown Family Embraces 1,000 Hours Outside Challenge
One thousand hours: Local family finds unique motivation to spend time outside
The Journal | Tuesday, January 7, 2025
In a heartwarming story featured by The Journal, the Bergren family from Shepherdstown has embraced the 1,000 Hours Outside movement, encouraging outdoor play for their children, Naomi, Samuel, and Charlotte. Since starting the challenge, the family has found joy in activities at Morgan's Grove Park and throughout the local natural landscape, recognizing the positive impact on their children's mental and physical health. This initiative aims to combat excessive screen time, making family outings a cherished part of their routine, including sledding, hiking, and school on the lawn, highlighting the beauty of the area they now call home.
