Action Steps
Get Moving
Physical activity has multiple health, social and economic benefits that can make a significant contribution to community well-being and quality of life.
Immerse in Nature
Scientific studies have demonstrated the restorative outcomes of immersion in natural environments, including physical and psychological wellness.
Acknowledge Traditional Owners
Learning about the traditional custodians and significant landmarks of the land and waterways you traverse, creates a deeper connection to the area.
Embracing these core values allows our members to engage with our action steps in a more meaningful way.
We encourage you to undertake as many of the Athletes for Nature action steps as you can, each time you head out into the great outdoors for training or competing.
Our Action Steps
Eat for the Planet
Plant-based diets are more environmentally sustainable than diets rich in animal products as they use fewer natural resources and are associated with much less environmental damage - and it's better for your health.
Revive Sports Gear
Donate to the Sports Gear Revived. Give your sports gear a second chance to give someone else their first chance.
Support Better Events
Sporting events can have a significant environmental impact. Support events that make a conscientious effort to minimise their impact on our planet
Protect Wild Places
If you enjoy being active on this planet, you should also protect it. Be respectful, do not be destructive, and leave only footprints.
Reduce Waste
Say no to 'useless' freebies. Refuse, reduce, reuse and repair where possible to minimise what is sent to landfill.
Speak Up
Display your AfN patch with pride and help this movement grow. Initiating conversations, signing petitions, exercising your right to vote, posting on social media and writing to local councils are some examples.
Travel Lighter
Travelling to and from training/racing locations is commonly the biggest source of COâ‚‚ equivalent emissions for an athlete; consider your transport options when getting into nature.
Rescue Rubbish
If you see rubbish, pick it up. We all prefer a clean and safe playground as do our waterways and wildlife.
Learn and Inspire
Learn about the impacts on our planet and what continues to drive ecological destruction. Teach others about it. Subscribe to the Planet Pulse Pacific podcast.
Take Actions Unique to You
Individual evidence-based actions matter. What may seem individually insignificant, can amount to meaningful change for nature and our communities as a collective. Find what you're passionate about and do it! Action influences others to take action.