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Working to Connect Youth with Nature
Guest post by Ruby Lyon Paw Print participants enjoys a day at the National Museum of Natural History learning about and interacting with butterflys.I joined National Wildlife Federation’s Emerging...
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Three Wildlife-Friendly New Year’s Resolutions
It’s time to set that New Year’s Resolution–For 2014, think Wildlife! Tis the season, where everyone is mulling over clever New Year’s resolutions—fresh ones, ones not too outrageous and out of reach...
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Your New Year’s Resolution To Get Outside More – 26 Ideas from A-Z
Here’s a resolution that can help you lose weight, connect more with your kids or grandkids, and feel more at peace. You can do this – just get outside for a new activity every two weeks. It’s the...
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Three NYC Eco-Schools Collaborate on Green Roof Curriculum Guide
Guest post by Amy Sirot From Left: MS442 Principal Deanna Sinito, PS 41 Science Teacher Joaquin Rodriguez, PS 41 Science Teacher Vicki Sando, MS 442 Parent Coordinator Corrine Contrino, PS 41 Teacher...
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Bundle Up and Be Out There!
This winter, Be Out There is encouraging you to get outdoors with your kids! Traditionally, conversation about the weather is what most people would call small talk: informal and unimportant. However,...
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Funniest Moments in “Dear Ranger Rick” History
Kids say the darndest things. Especially in Ranger Rick magazine, where kids have been writing in to their favorite raccoon since the first “Dear Ranger Rick” column appeared in November 1968. From...
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Winter Hiking for Kids: Creating Memories in the Snow
Guest post by Kristen Laine. It was as a young adult that Yemaya Maurer, coauthor of AMC Guide to Winter Hiking & Camping, became aware of the pleasures of traveling through a winter landscape and...
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13 Valentine’s Day Crafts and Recipes for Kids
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! If you’re looking for some fun V-Day crafts and recipes to try out with your kids, we’ve got you covered. Here are 13 activities that will help make...
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Two Easy, Gooey, Fun Winter Bird Feeding Projects
Here are two simple, cute projects that you could make right now to help the birds in your yard. Like us, birds and other backyard wildlife are facing more snow and colder temperatures this year than...
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Weekly News Roundup: Youths and DOI Secretary Talk Public Lands and More!
Getting the Dirt on Earthworms This is what it is all about! Smiles and worms.As spring approaches, many gardeners are ready to dive back into planting their favorite flora; but anyone prone to working...
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DOI Secretary Jewell Meets the Future: the Next Corps of Conservationists
Winners of the SFRED essay contest meet with Interior Secretary Sally Jewell. Seated from left are Haley Powell, Rebecca Brown, Jewell, Matthew Reilly and Jarred Kay. Photo by Tami A....
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Big Night: Teaching Kids About Vernal Pools
Guest post by Heather Stephenson. In late March or early April, a warm rain will fall and spotted salamanders will emerge from underground in the evening to return to vernal pools to breed. This...
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NWF’s Na’Taki Osborne Jelks Honored with White House Champions of Change Award
The Obama Administration selected Na’Taki Osborne Jelks, manager of Education and Advocacy Programs in National Wildlife Federation’s Atlanta office, as one of 14 White House Champions of Change for...
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Students at PS 57 Conduct a 14-Month Water Quality Study
March 17–23 is National Wildlife Week, and this year’s theme is water, specifically people and wildlife’s shared need for clean water. In keeping with this year’s theme, Junior Scientists and Junior...
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Celebrate National Frog Month with 10 Frog-tastic Activities for Kids
Did you know April is National Frog Month? Frogs are amazing amphibians, and they should be celebrated! Need inspiration? Then check out these 10 frog-tastic activities you and your kids can enjoy all...
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Weekly News Roundup: BP Attacks Science and NWF, and more
Almost four years since the Gulf oil disaster in 2010, Gulf wildlife continues to suffer. National Wildlife Federation’s newly released report provides evidence of the ongoing environmental impacts of...
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Green School Challenge A Success
Eco-Code at William’s Elementary School in Austin, Texas. Photo by Marya Fowler.“We will persevere until every watt is watched!” proclaimed the 4th and 5th grade students in Brentwood Elementary...
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This Mother’s Day, Let’s Leave a Wildlife Legacy We Can Be Proud Of
Photo by Felice StadlerAs a mother, some of my fondest memories are of spending time with my children discovering nature. Watching them screech with delight when a fish grabs onto the hook of their...
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An Exciting Day for Kids and Nature Policy
Yesterday, just in time for Great Outdoors Month, Senator Mark Udall (D-CO) and Congressman Ron Kind (D-WI) have introduced the Healthy Kids Outdoors Act. This is a huge step forwards for getting kids...
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Easy Ways To Celebrate June As Great Outdoors Month
The old song goes: “June is busting out all over.” And, for families and kids, that can also mean busting outdoors into nature and having fun. Each June, an impressive collection of organizations,...
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