A person who loves the outdoors is called by several terms depending on intensity and activities. Common terms include outdoorsy person, outdoor enthusiast, nature lover, nature enthusiast, adventurer, explorer, outdoorsman for man and outdoorswoman for woman, though outdoorsy is gender neutral and most common. Other terms include naturalist if they love studying nature, conservationist if they love protecting outdoors, hiker, camper, backpacker, mountaineer, trekker if they love specific activities, and wilderness lover. More playful terms include outside person, fresh air fanatic, and nature buff. In psychology, biophilia describes love of nature and living things. Someone who loves being outside a lot can be called al fresco enthusiast. If they love extreme outdoor activities, they may be called adrenaline junkie or thrill seeker. For someone who loves outdoors in a spiritual way, they may be called earth lover. So most common everyday term is outdoorsy person or outdoor enthusiast, as in she is very outdoorsy and loves hiking, camping, and kayaking. If they love outdoors professionally, they may be called guide or park ranger. So call them outdoorsy, nature lover, or outdoor enthusiast.
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