Wildlife Promise » #Squirrels4Good http://blog.nwf.org The National Wildlife Federation's blog Wed, 22 May 2013 21:17:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 #Squirrels4good and Your Nature Favorites http://blog.nwf.org/2012/05/squirrels4good-and-your-nature-favorites/ http://blog.nwf.org/2012/05/squirrels4good-and-your-nature-favorites/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 17:30:21 +0000 Danielle Brigida http://blog.nwf.org/?p=54710 Read more >]]>

Craig Newmark's love for squirrels inspired me to draw him one!

We all have them: certain wildlife visitors that bring us joy and excitement when we happen to see them. I think it’s important to celebrate not only the animals that inspire awe like the polar bear, but also the everyday animals that entertain us.

That’s why I got so excited when I learned that Craig Newmark, founder of Craigslist and lover of squirrels, wanted to donate $1 to National Wildlife Federation for every mention of #squirrels4good. What a perfect example of celebrating wildlife that both amuses us and keeps us company in life!

So if squirrels inspire Craig, what inspires you?

We’re encouraging you to tweet what animals you love seeing in the wild while using the hashtag #squirrels4good!

Attracting backyard visitors that you love

Part of the reason why many of us garden for wildlife and celebrate Garden for Wildlife Month is because it increases the chances we’ll see those animals that bring joy to our backyards and balconies.  Whether you’re trying to see more hummingbirds, bats or butterflies, many species use the habitats we create for them and will coexist peacefully when allow them some room.

So please tell us the wildlife you love seeing by doing one of the following things:

  • Share Facebook photos or stories about your favorite wildlife on our Facebook wall (using #squirrels4good).
  • Tweet photos or stories about your favorite wildlife (using #squirrels4good).
  • Draw, write or paint something in honor of your nature visitors.
]]> http://blog.nwf.org/2012/05/squirrels4good-and-your-nature-favorites/feed/ 0 What a Squirrel Wants – #Squirrels4Good http://blog.nwf.org/2012/04/what-a-squirrel-wants/ http://blog.nwf.org/2012/04/what-a-squirrel-wants/#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:44:49 +0000 Danielle Brigida http://blog.nwf.org/?p=54991 Read more >]]> What do squirrels want? What do squirrels need? When you get right down to it, squirrels are a lot like us, just trying to survive in these urban and suburban jungles. And they do a great job. Craig Newmark of Craigslist is a big fan, and has partnered with National Wildlife Federation to support our Sciuridae friends.

Craig’s Pledge:

“Here’s the deal, for each time someone uses the hashtag, #Squirrels4Good on Twitter or on my Facebook page  or NWF’s facebook page, I’ll give $1 to the National Wildlife Federation up to $5K. I will also donate $1 for each new follower I get over the next couple of weeks.”

To celebrate #Squirrels4Good, here are a few things that make squirrels happy and set them free:

To Stop and Smell the Roses

 

A Nap in the Park

 

Ice Cream Cones

 

The Perfect Photo

 

The Last Cookie in the Cookie Jar

 

To Watch Funny Cat Videos

A Mid-Afternoon Stretch (and Snack)

 

To Squeak Up for What They Believe In!

How You Can Celebrate Squirrels

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