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\nMost of us are used to an indoor working routine, plenty of sitting time and screens. So after a while we all long to\u00a0go out and get a deep breath of fresh air<\/strong><\/em>. Just imagine a warm sunray in your face, the sound of wind passing through the leaves, or walking barefoot on the sand. Sounds nice!
\nNow think of all the perks of outdoor activities, applied to team building. Instead of the usual office routine, or interacting through screens,\u00a0what\u2019s better than sharing an incredible activity with your colleagues in nature?<\/strong><\/em>
\nThere are different angles to categorize team building activities (we went over the main types in\u00a0our last blog article<\/a><\/strong>). Depending on where they take place, they can also be classified as outdoor, indoor, or online team building activities.
\nLately there\u2019s been a huge development of\u00a0<\/em>virtual outdoor activities<\/strong><\/em>, which are outdoor\/physical activities with a digital support (using apps or GPS in your phone or tablet). An example of this is the\u00a0urban gaming<\/strong><\/em> activities, which are one of the most popular and a big part of the future of Team Building. Within Tero\u2019s catalogue, Roadmap Trophy<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Virtual Trophy<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0are part of this trend.
\nCheck below the reasons why outdoor team building activities are so important, the main types of team building activities to do outdoors, and examples for each of them, depending on the objectives you are looking for when organizing a team building.
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Benefits of outdoor team building activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s no doubt that each kind of team building activity has its own strengths. Sometimes indoor or online activities are the way to go, but\u00a0there are several crucial benefits that will be much easier to achieve when going outdoors<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em>
\nKeeping in mind that the final aim is\u00a0to create stronger bonds<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0between the members of a group in order to make a cohesive team, outdoor activities play a key role to have a successful team building.
\nThe\u00a03 main advantages<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0that make outdoor team building activities stand out are:
\n1\/\u00a0The\u00a0<\/strong>D\u00e9paysement<\/strong>, or change of scenery<\/strong><\/em>. Getting out of the office gives an extra boost and unlocks the inspiration. Most people work inside, so getting out is\u00a0a real break<\/strong><\/em>, a huge gap compared to the usual office setting, and it\u2019s easier to set the mood for team-building activities. Just standing in front of the sea or putting on hiking boots for a walk in the forest makes a great change. Once you arrive at the location, you are already in\u00a0a different state of mind<\/strong>.<\/em>
\nGetting out of the office also flattens the usual hierarchy more easily. When activities take place outside people are more relaxed, and there is a genuine connection between colleagues, aside from day to day work-related topics.
\n2\/\u00a0They are healthier!<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0After long working days sitting down and looking at screens, what\u2019s better to shake up the body and move a bit? The core of outdoor activities is to\u00a0enjoy and connect with nature<\/strong><\/em>, so many activities take place in the seaside, forests or the countryside. But, of course, they can also be done in cities, taking advantage of riversides, parks, or any corner the city has to offer! We already talked about\u00a0Urban Gaming<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0activities, a clear example that shows that when team building meets outdoor activities, the possibilities are endless and\u00a0the sky\u2019s the limit<\/strong>.<\/em>
\n3\/\u00a0They show you care<\/strong>.<\/em>\u00a0Organizing outdoor team building activities is a way of showing your employees that you care, because they usually require bigger logistics, take more time, and many times are done during working hours. This indicates that you\u00a0invest in your teams<\/strong><\/em>, rather than prioritizing short-term productivity. And in the long term, this has\u00a0a huge impact<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>in the way teams consolidate and work together.
\nSome of the most valued aspects of outdoor team building activities organized by Tero are the creativity of the activities, the quality and professionalism of the instructors and staff, and the flexibility during the organization.
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The top 5 outdoor team building activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Not sure which is the best outdoor team building activity for your team? There are several items to take into account: objectives, time, group size, budget and location. Find below a selection of activities, and discover the ideal outdoor team building for your company!<\/p>\n

1. Teambooster<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As its name states,Teambooster<\/strong><\/a> is the flagship activity if you are looking to\u00a0build teams<\/strong><\/em>. The main aim is to strengthen the team spirit, cooperation and connection, rebuild links between teammates, collaborate as a team and discover the capacities of colleagues.<\/p>\n