The Governor’s “Get Offline, Get Outside” campaign encourages New York State’s kids and families to put down their phones and computers, take a break from social media, enjoy recreation and outdoor social gatherings, and put their mental and physical health first. The Get Offline, Get Outside Challenge supports the Governor’s initiative by providing a tool to inspire youth to engage in outdoor activities.
New York State’s kids aged 12-18 are challenged to complete all 50 activities before the age of 19. The challenge is designed to be completed by anyone and encourages participants to try new activities and visit new parks, forests, wildlife management areas, and other outdoor locations in their communities and across the state. With several dozen activities available, this challenge is intended to be completed over time. We encourage you to adapt these activities to your abilities. See the DEC Accessible Recreation webpage for more information about accessible recreation features on DEC lands.
Anyone who completes all 50 activities by the age of 19 can complete a simple online form to receive a commemorative sticker, a downloadable certificate, and a year subscription to the Conservationist. Kids 12 -18 will also be eligible to win additional end of year prizes.
