back to nature

Of or in a movement toward a lifestyle that values and attempts to increase time spent outdoors or in rural or wild places, and related activities, in contrast to modern urban life. My crunchy sister is really trying to get back to nature, but I like modern technology too much to do that. Why are you guys going camping? I'm sorry but getting back to nature is not my idea of a vacation! I'm sick of watching the kids stay inside and play video games all day this summer—they need to get back to nature!

(get, go, etc.) back to ˈnature

return to a simple kind of life in the country, away from cities and technology: ‘Did you enjoy your camping trip?’ ‘Well, not really. Getting back to nature isn’t really my thing. I’d have preferred to stay in a luxury hotel!’