Happy first day of summer! Hopefully you’re kicking it off with the Great American Backyard Campout tomorrow. If you need some more ideas for how to celebrate summer, we’ve got … Read more
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Kathie Lee and Hoda Campout on Today Show
The Great American Backyard Campout is this Saturday, June 22. Families all across the country will head outside for a little old-fashioned camping fun (you can too – find … Read more
Bees, Birds and Butterflies: NYC Eco-School PS6 Hosts Gardening Workshop
In early June, over two dozen teachers, parent gardeners, and several students attended a free NYC Eco-Schools workshop “How to Create Wildlife-Friendly Schoolyard Habitats,” led by Eliza Russell, Director of … Read more
One Night of Camping Changed Wanda’s World
Wanda slept outside in a tent for the first time as a grandmother with the National Wildlife Federation’s Great American Backyard Campout – and she recommends the experience for everyone. Read more
How Do You Get Outside When It’s Hot Out There?
“It’s too hot to go outside today!” You’ve heard it before. Heck, you’ve probably said it yourself. I know I have! When it gets hot, it’s easy to forgo an … Read more
3 Wildlife Tent Experts Prepare You for the Great American Backyard Campout
We are just days away from this year’s Great American Backyard Campout, and to help get everyone pumped for the big event, our own David Mizejewski will be on the … Read more
Moms Say Campout Brought Peacefulness To Their Families
Two moms from Atlanta, Georgia, describe how participating in the Great American Backyard Campout was a great and surprisingly peaceful family experience. Join us this June 22! You can register for free! Read more
If Wildlife Took Selfies…A New Series on Instagram
Since 2010, Instagram, the social network that allows users to share photographs easily with their friends and followers has seen tremendous growth. The site now sees about 40 million photos posted … Read more
Weekly News Roundup- June 14, 2013
NWF’s Be Out There Movement Announces Partnership with FamilyFun Magazine June 13– National Wildlife Federation, whose mission is to inspire Americans to protect wildlife for our children’s future, is pleased … Read more
Birthday Girl Celebrates with a Backyard Campout
When Dyan turned 12, she decided to celebrate with a backyard campout. Camp in your backyard this June 22 for the Great American Backyard Campout. Read more