Unplug and Be Outside

Unplug and Be Outside Meridian is a week full of free activities designed to inspire and empower families to get off the couch and get active!  Over the past 30 years, the obesity rate in children 6-11 years old has quadrupled.  The average American child spends more than 30 hours a week in front of a screen (TV, computer, tablets, and video games) and now researchers say there’s a connection between the number of hours spent in front of a TV and childhood obesity. 
 
That makes events like this so important! This serves as a jumping off point to help local families embrace a healthy and active lifestyle year round. So, get off the couch and try one of these free activities. Unplug and Be Outside. Have some fun!  

Thanks to Idaho Central Credit Union and Be Outside Idaho!  
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Dates:  May 2-9, 2020
Free Classes:  Classes are offered all week - for all ages - in sports, arts & recreation.  Check back for the full list of classes, times and locations.  

Unplug & Be Outside

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Join us for a full week of free activities in sports, arts and recreation for kids, adults and families.
​Win prizes for unplugging! 

Thanks to our 2020 sponsors!

Eat for Scholarships 

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Join us on Thursday, May 7 in Settlers Park from 5 - 8 pm for our food truck fundraiser.  Proceeds will help fund youth admission to camps and classes.