The Stick: Simple Play, Big Impact | Leicester News

The Stick: Simple Play, Big Impact | Leicester News

July 21, 2026 · 2 min

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The episode discusses a campaign by Vodafone and the UK’s National Parks promoting outdoor play for children using simple tools like 'The Stick'.

Vodafone and the UK’s National Parks launch a bold summer campaign urging families to ditch screens for nature, spotlighting “The Stick” as the ultimate free, multi-purpose tool for kids. With a downloadable “Stick-tionary” full of outdoor adventure ideas, the initiative champions curiosity, independence, and resilience through simple play — backed by research showing kids are happier outside and families crave that balance between digital and real-world connection. It’s a call to make your own fun — no app required. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ddb5024c00d4cc7c

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