A Detective in Nature

Improve Your Learning Wellness Enriching your brain with new knowledge is just as important as moving your body. The National Park Service Wellness Challenge encourages you to learn something new. Life-long learning improves brain function, increases mental resilience, and connects you to a community of learners. Challenge 1: A Detective in Nature Visit the Pulltite Nature Trail or Slough Trail to identify and document native plant and animal life findings in a notebook. While exploring, learn about the park’s diverse ecosystem. Will you uncover the endangered Ozark Hellbender swimming in a stream or view a rare Ozark wildflower on a trail? Unearth the secrets of nature with your own journey through Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Following the Leave No Trace Seven Principles, you can minimize impacts as you spend time outdoors. They can be applied anywhere, at any time, while you take part in recreational activities.