Resources to Help You Unplug
Unplug Illinois Activity Guide
Plug into activity, adventure, baking and more with the Unplug Illinois summer Activity Guide! Download your own free, printable Activity Guide in pages or spreads.
Unplug Illinois Transformation Kit
The Unplug Illinois Transformation Kit provides statistical and measurable values and benefits of park, recreation and conservation agencies.
Plug Into Activity
Getting 30 minutes of physical activity can improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reduce stress, and extend life expectancy, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Plug Into Creativity
Taking part in creative activities can improve physical and mental wellbeing including improving chronic pain, frailty and dementia.
Plug Into Play
Play can help relieve stress, improve brain function, stimulate the mind and boost creativity, improve relationships and your connections to others and keep you feeling young and energetic.
Plug Into Nature
Studies from the National Recreation and Park Association show that more time spent in parks and green spaces can help individuals fight against mental health issues like depression, anxiety and stress.
The Economic Impact of Parks
Learn more about the economic impact of parks Illinois.
Engagement with The Parks.
Learn more about engagement with the parks.
Mental Health in Illinois.
Learn more about mental health in Illinois.
U.S. teens spend an average of more than seven hours per day on screen media for entertainment, and the average teen spends nearly five hours.
- Common Sense Media, 2019