Recreation and mental and physical health
Agricultural landscapes can host numerous recreational opportunities, and are recognised as having mental health benefits.
Grasslands are great outdoors playing grounds from horse ridding to bicycling for example. Some countries are supporting farmers to keep extensive practices keeping the grasslands and pasture well maintained.
Aquatic systems provide important recreational and health activities around the world. Sustainable fisheries and aquaculture can directly support recreational services. Recreational fishing, for example, is linked to healthy aquatic systems.
Forests can host a wide range of sportive activities such as mountain biking.
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Recreation and mental and physical health
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Nature-based opportunities for recreation play an important role in maintaining mental and physical health, e.g. walking and playing sports in parks and urban green spaces.
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