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Kate is a Senior Editor for the Education Department at the National Wildlife Federation. She contributes to Ranger Rick and Eco-Schools USA and coordinates the Young Reporters for the Environment program.

Young Reporters Program Announces 2013 Winners

5/3/2013 // Kate Hofmann

National Wildlife Federation’s Young Reporters for the Environment USA program is pleased to announce the winners of its inaugural environmental journalism competition. The Young Reporters program invites students to investigate an environmental issue in their community and report on it… Read more >

The Azure Window on Malta's smaller island of Gozo, one of the most spectacular views I saw along the small country's many miles of Mediterranean coastline.

Malta Hosts Young Reporters for the Environment Meeting

3/12/2013 // Kate Hofmann

The small and densely populated island nation of Malta was this year’s host for the annual meeting of the Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) program. As the National Wildlife Federation’s coordinator for YRE USA, I had the good fortune… Read more >

The new Healthy Living pathway is designed to provide schools with tools to promote physical activity,  regular time outdoors and creative play.

Eco-Schools USA’s Healthy Living Pathway to Get Students Outside and Active

5/9/2012 // Kate Hofmann

Schools prepare students for the future, and a lifetime of good health is one of the most important legacies we can give to our children. Unfortunately, America’s youth are up against some steep odds: Childhood obesity has tripled over the… Read more >

Program directors at the Artemis Temple

Young Reporters for the Environment Program Coordinators Gather in Turkey

2/29/2012 // Kate Hofmann

Kusadasi, Turkey was the location for the annual meeting of the international Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) program this February. Two members of NWF’s Eco-Schools USA team had the privilege of attending, in preparation for launching the Young Reporters… Read more >

Round Elementary School's homemade holiday treats for wildlife

Virginia Eco-School Creatively Celebrates the Holidays

12/22/2010 // Kate Hofmann

A Virginia elementary school in the Eco-Schools USA program creatively celebrates the holiday season. Read more >

Q & A with Kate Hofmann

3/4/2009 // Kate Hofmann

Kate, a writer for Ranger Rick magazine, shares memories of her outdoor childhood.
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The Joy of Camping

6/18/2008 // Kate Hofmann

What’s the best thing about camping? These days, I’d say it’s getting away from my car and my computer for a few days. When I was a kid, I would have made a different list. Setting up house in a… Read more >

Growing an Environmental Ethic in the Backyard

1/9/2008 // Kate Hofmann

Today’s green hour may help shape tomorrow’s green spaces, green products, and green lifestyles. Read more >