Having a clear vision, and knowing how to get there, is the final piece of the puzzle of outstanding outdoors provision, says Professor Jan White

This final key in the series, which brings together all the rest, is on how to have a clear policy on the outdoors for your children which details the why, what and how of where you want to go together.

KEY 12: ROAD MAP

A good outdoors policy:

WHY IS THIS ISSUE KEY TO UNLOCKING THE OUTDOORS?

Without being clear and articulate about why you are developing your outdoor provision, what you are aiming to achieve and how you plan to do so, it is difficult to gain the support of others involved and to make effective, sustained progress. Conversely, putting time and effort into the process of developing an outdoor policy has much value in itself, while generating a loud call to action that everyone then wants to rally around.

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