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My Close Encounter With a Clouded Leopard

Wildlife Facts | Oct 7, 2010

Recently I had an amazing opportunity through my graduate program to visit the Smithsonian’s Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) – formerly Conservation Research Center – located in Front Royal, VA. As … Read more

Creating Earthly Connections

Students and Nature | Oct 6, 2010

How outdoor play inspires kids to care about the planet Read more

3 Fun Games for an Outdoor Birthday Party

Students and Nature | Sep 23, 2010

Birthday bashes belong outdoors—even in autumn! Read more

Adventure in a Park: Prepping for the “Hike and Seek” Event

Get Outside, Students and Nature | Sep 23, 2010

It’s early Saturday morning, with large iced coffees in hand, National Wildlife Federation’s Jaime Matyas and I are packing snacks (goldfish yum!) and our children into the car. MacKenzie (7 … Read more

Nature Calms The Mind, Brain Scans Prove

Get Outside | Sep 17, 2010

I know how much calmer I feel when I’m surrounded by the natural world, but now there is really good science to explain why. New research published in the journal … Read more

Time For Some Serious Play

Get Outside, Students and Nature | Sep 17, 2010

This week, National Wildlife Federation will turn Twitter and Facebook into a virtual playground – and inspire people to turn the computer off and play outside! 6 Ways To Play … Read more