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New Virginia Parent Survey Shows Kids Are Craving Outdoor, Screen-Free Summers

As families across Virginia begin planning for summer, new parent survey data reveals a clear shift in what children want most: time outdoors. According to a recent statewide parent survey conducted by VirginiaSummerCamp.com, nearly 60% of Virginia families report that their child is most excited by outdoor adventure or unstructured nature play, ranking it higher than sports, arts, or academic-focused summer programs. The findings reflect a growing movement among parents toward screen-free,