🌿 Nature Awareness Assessment

🌿 Nature Awareness Assessment

Purpose:
To measure an individual’s awareness, connection, and responsiveness to nature—emotionally, cognitively, physically, and behaviorally.
Intended Use:
For baseline and outcome measurement in outdoor healthcare, environmental education, or eco-therapy programs.

Section 1: Sensory Awareness (0–4 scale per item)

Rate how often you notice the following when outdoors.
0 = Never 1 = Rarely 2 = Sometimes 3 = Often 4 = Always

1. I notice the sounds of birds, wind, or flowing water.

2. I pay attention to changes in light, temperature, or weather.

3. I notice details such as patterns on leaves or textures of bark.

4. I am aware of scents in natural environments.

5. I feel physically grounded or calm when in nature.

Subtotal: ____ / 20

Section 2: Emotional Connection

Rate your level of agreement (0–4).
0 = Strongly Disagree 1 = Disagree 2 = Neutral 3 = Agree 4 = Strongly Agree

1. I feel emotionally connected to nature.

2. Being outdoors helps me manage stress or anxiety.

3. I feel compassion for living things.

4. I experience awe or gratitude in natural settings.

5. I feel that time in nature improves my well-being.

Subtotal: ____ / 20

Section 3: Cognitive Awareness

Rate how true each statement is for you (0–4).

1. I can identify local trees, plants, or wildlife species.

2. I understand how ecosystems work together.

3. I am aware of how human activity affects local nature.

4. I think about sustainability in daily decisions.

5. I seek to learn more about natural environments.

Subtotal: ____ / 20

Section 4: Behavioral Engagement

Rate frequency of engagement (0–4).

1. I spend time in nature weekly.

2. I participate in outdoor recreation, gardening, or conservation.

3. I encourage others to connect with nature.

4. I make lifestyle choices that protect the environment.

5. I engage in mindful awareness or reflection while outdoors.

Subtotal: ____ / 20

Section 5: Reflective Self-Awareness (Open-Ended)

1. Describe a moment when you felt deeply connected to nature.

2. What emotions arise when you are outdoors?

3. How does nature influence your physical or mental health?

4. What barriers prevent you from spending time in nature?

5. What changes would you like to make to deepen your connection?

Scoring & Interpretation

Total Score

Level of Awareness

Description:

0–20

Low Minimal engagement or awareness of natural surroundings

21–40

Moderate Some awareness, but connection is situational

41–60

High Regular sensory, emotional, and cognitive engagement

61–80

Deep Integrated nature awareness and lifestyle alignment