There are several advantages to holding outdoor team building activities and they can benefit any company, large or small. Team building activities in general can be an excellent way of allowing employees to get to know each other better, and the process can also give managers and supervisors a good idea of which employees might have leadership potential. For the employees, it’s a chance to get out of their comfort zone, enjoy a change of routine and perhaps find something out about themselves. Holding team building activities outdoors has additional benefits; studies indicate that exposure to trees and plants can reduce stress, and improve focus, mental energy and creativity. And most employees would much rather participate in team building sessions outdoors, given the choice. It all means happier and more relaxed employees, which in turn means better productivity and fewer employees quitting.
