This year America is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National Parks Service. We have thousands of acres of our land dedicated to preservation and recreation. There are tons of reasons why going outside helps boost mentality and health. You owe it to yourself to go outside more!

1. You'll Get Tan!!

I mean, who wants to be the color of copy paper?

2. Endorphins Make You Happy

When most people go outside, they exert energy, thus releasing endorphins.

3. Fresh Air

When you think about it, air indoors is nasty, think about all of the air your feet have touched that you're breathing in again and again...nasty.

4. There's So Much To Do

Yes, Netflix binges are amazing, but have you ever just laid in the sun in a field of grass or just jumped in a lake?

5. Preservation

If people stop going outside, that's going to give corporations another reason to make more outlet malls and condos.

6. Animals

Squirrels are seriously so underrated.

7. That Feeling Of Accomplishment

When you summit that mountain, swim your 500 meters, or run in your neighborhood and make your record time, it's a feeling like nothing else.

8. You Might See Something New

That huge oak in your backyard? Maybe there is a bird nest with cute baby birds in it and you had no idea.

9. Speaking Of Trees...

Climbing trees is such a great (and fun) way to get exercise and relive your childhood.

10. You Can Grow Food

It still amazes me that you can grow things out of the dirt we walk on.

11. It's Beautiful!

Sunrise and sunset are two of the most amazing things on this earth.

So go get out there while you can!