Who doesn’t love to splash in puddles, roll in mud, kick up dirt? Apparently a lot of people. Dirt has become a widespread fear for kids (and adults), and ultimately … Read more
June, 2013
Supreme Court to Water Resource Managers: Just Say No to Filling Wetlands and Floodplains?
With last week’s 5-4 ruling in Koontz v. Saint John’s River Water Management District, the Supreme Court has made it harder for state and local water resource managers to protect … Read more
Weekly News Roundup- June 28, 2013
Coalition Supports New Great Lakes Bill June 26- The Healing Our Waters Great Lakes Coalition is supporting a new bill in the U.S. Senate that would help bolster federal efforts … Read more
From Playing in the Garden to Environmental Scientist
College student Deji Akinpelu has been spending time in nature and learning how to save the planet with National Wildlife Federation for most of his life – get inspired by his story! Read more
Photo of the Day: Yaeda Valley, Tanzania
This Photo of the Day was donated by a participant in the annual National Wildlife Photo Contest. See more photos or sign up for the 43rd Annual National Wildlife Photo … Read more
Great Lakes Fish Say “Go Plastic Free” in July: 6 Tips
In the final days of June, the heat is on. During these dog-days of summer, many folks will take the opportunity to cool off in a nearby swimmin’ hole. Americans … Read more
Nature Photography: A Fun and Free Outdoor Summer Activity for Kids
Attention, Parents! Summer officially started a week ago and if your kids aren’t already out of school and hanging around the house, they soon will be. Now, we all know … Read more
Looking Out for Bicknell’s Thrushes in New Hampshire and Beyond
Despite closing down in 1984, the Mittersill Ski Area in New Hampshire’s White Mountains never stopped attracting skiers. Wooed by the challenging terrain, these adventure seekers risked getting injured or … Read more
Climate Plan Sets the Stage for Offshore Wind Power’s American Debut
On Tuesday, President Obama presented a series of strategies to move us toward an energy future that capitalizes on clean and renewable sources and leaves behind our heavy dependence on … Read more
40,000-Pound Tar Mat Reminds Us the Oil Spill is Not Over
CNN is reporting that a 165-foot by 65-foot tar mat has been found in shallow water off a Louisiana barrier island beach. While the tar mat is ‘only’ 15 percent … Read more
