Youth and Nature brings together young people (14–19) from the friendship cities Molde (Norway), Borås (Sweden), Mikkeli (Finland) and Vejle (Denmark) to co-create a five day youth gathering in Molde, 3–7 August 2026. The aim is to strengthen mental well being and active citizenship through nature based learning. Participants will hike in accessible mountain and coastal terrain near Molde, have workshops on sustainability and mental health, and engage in dialogue with local decision makers. The project supports European Youth Goals on connecting youth and Europe, mental health and well being, creating space and participation for all, and a sustainable green Europe. It uses non formal methods (peer learning, outdoor experiential learning, simulations of decision making) and ensures inclusion by recruiting a diverse cohort of youth.