Getting outdoors benefits mental, physical health — even in winter Rachel George Feb 1, 2023 Feb 1, 2023 Updated May 23, 2023 0 1 of 4 A view along the waterfall trail loop at Platte River State Park in Louisville. RACHEL GEORGE photos, THE TIMES Managing Editor Rachel George’s dog, Sully, stops for a photo along the Omaha Riverfront Trail during the 31 Mile Dog Walk Challenge. RACHEL GEORGE, THE TIMES A view along the waterfall trail loop at Platte River State Park in Louisville, Nebraska. RACHEL GEORGE, THE TIMES Numerous eagles perch in a tree along the Nebraska side of the Missouri River in January. 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