Offline Oasis
Welcome to the Offline Oasis Nevada County! Offline Oasis Nevada County is both a coalition of organizations working together to promote screen-free activities and a webpage to share opportunities and health information about the impact of screens. On this page you'll find fun activities that spark creativity, adventure, and connection with the real world. Whether it's exploring nature, crafting something cool, or enjoying games with friends and family, Offline Oasis Nevada County is your go-to spot for unplugged fun.
Offline Oasis Fall Break Screen-Free Calendar
Offline Oasis Nevada County PSA
Why Offline?
People often say screen time is either good or bad, but the truth is more complex. What we do know is that too much time on screens isn't healthy, and it's important to take breaks. Spending time away from screens helps us learn, connect with others, and have fun in new ways. Below, you'll find short videos and a link to an article that explain how screens affect our health and why balance is key.
Videos
Articles
American Academy of Pediatric & Adolescent Psychiatry: Screen Time and Children
Article with a summary of recommendations for screen time for children based on the latest research.
Mayo Clinic: 5 Ways Slimming Screen Time Is Good for Your Health
Article on the benefits of reducing screen time and engaging in screen-free activities.
American Heart Association: Tips for Reducing Screen Time (and Why That Might Be a Good Idea)
Article with tips on how to reduce screen time.
Online Safety
The internet is a great place to learn, play, and connect with others, but it's important to stay safe while using it. Just like in the real world, there are risks online, so we need to be smart about what we share and who we talk to. Protecting personal information, avoiding scams, and thinking carefully before clicking on links help keep us safe. Below are some videos and articles to help you and your children stay safe online.
Resources
Kids Health: Online Safety
Article from Kids Health summarizing key recommendations for parents and children on how to stay safe online.
ConnectSafely.org
U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to educating people about online safety, privacy, security and digital wellness. Website allows visitors to view content by topic and includes a section on videos, including short videos and webinars on online safety best practices.
FBI: Safe Online Surfing
Online game from the FBI designed to help kids learn all about cyber safety and digital citizenship.
StopBullying.gov: Cyberbullying
Website from Health & Human Services with information and resources about cyberbullying.
Videos
Coalition Partners
Offline Oasis Nevada County is a coalition of local organizations supporting screen-free activities. Below you'll find a direct link to the websites for some coalition partners to learn more about activities and opportunities they offer.
Bear Yuba Land Trust
Bear Yuba Land Trust exists to conserve and protect the natural, working, and cultural lands in the Bear and Yuba River watersheds and empower a healthy, resilient community through nature access and education.
Bike Bus
The goal of the Nevada City Bike Bus is to create a safe community volunteer-based way of encouraging kids and parents to ride their bikes to school. Safety in numbers!
Bright Futures for Youth
Bright Futures for Youth is a community-focused nonprofit organization committed to addressing the ever-changing needs of youth, from sixth-graders to those in their mid-20s in Nevada County.
CalFresh Healthy Living, UCCE Placer/Nevada
CalFresh Healthy Living, UCCE Placer/Nevada Counties provides comprehensive, hands-on nutrition education as well as produce tastings, gardening, physical activity, and cooking activities to qualifying schools, youth organizations, and adult groups.
Nevada County Library
Nevada County Library system with locations in Nevada City, Grass Valley, Penn Valley, Bear River and Truckee.
Nevada County Public Health - CalFresh Healthy Living
Nutrition education and physical activity program administered by the county health department.
NEO Youth Center
NEO is a safe, supportive environment for youth in 6th-12th grade to spend their time after school, build friendships, learn new skills and discover their passion.
PARTNERS Family Resource Center
Program of the Nevada County Superintendent of Schools, the PARTNERS Family Resource team offer multiple services to families with locations co-located at schools in Grass Valley, Penn Valley and San Juan Ridge.
ScreenFree.Org
Old website for Screen-Free Week that still has numerous articles, resources and information.
FairPlay: Screen-Free Week
New website for Screen-Free Week.
Screen-Free Bingo
A fun option for Screen-Free Week--bingo with different screen-free activities.
101 Screen-Free Activities
More screen-free activities than you can do in a week. Or is it?
Family Resource Guide
Guide for families who want to participate in Screen-Free Week.
6 Steps to a Healthy Relationship with Your Phone
Article from Mental Health First Aid with guidance on developing a healthy relationship with your phone.