North America’s pollinator populations are declining…fast. Monarch populations have dropped by 90% over the past 20 years and native bees, birds and bats are facing severe threats as well. This … Read more
Rachel Hofman’s Archive
Who’s Afraid of Climate, Equity, and Women?
After getting trained as Climate Reality Project leaders as part of Al Gore’s Climate Change movement, two National Wildlife Federation staff members in Seattle wanted to do more than just … Read more
Buffalo Break New Trails on Wind River
On Saturday October 21, 2017, ten buffalo from the National Bison Range in Montana will become the second batch of animals to be released on Eastern Shoshone tribal lands on … Read more
An Island of Habitat in a Sea of Concrete
When you think of wildlife habitat, inner city Baltimore is probably one of the last places that comes to mind. But, Franklin Square Elementary/Middle School in southwest Baltimore City has … Read more
Not Just Another Number
Menhaden. A tiny fish that’s a big deal in the Mid-Atlantic. At just about a foot long, these fish hold the delicate balance of our area’s ecosystem in the palms … Read more
Eco-Schools USA Traveling Along the Pathways to Sustainability – Part 3
Imagine if your school district could cut energy usage by 10% or even 20%. Not only would the cost savings be dramatic, it would also reduce the environmental impact that … Read more
Eco-Schools USA Traveling Along the Pathways to Sustainability – Part 2
Ever thought about turning your school grounds into an outdoor learning laboratory? How about working towards zero waste by recycling and composting? In this second post of our three part … Read more
Eco-Schools USA Traveling Along the Pathways to Sustainability – Part 1
School is in full swing and as Eco-Schools USA begins its ninth year, we are excited to introduce two new environmental focus areas, or pathways. This brings the total number … Read more
Top 10 Reasons to Join Eco-Schools USA
Close to 5,000 schools across the nation are already Eco-Schools. Why have so many schools joined this global environmental education program? Because it WORKS! Not only are students more engaged … Read more
Make Gardening for Wildlife a Family Affair
Gardening for wildlife is a great way to enjoy time outdoors as a family and make a difference for local birds, butterflies and other wildlife at the same time. When … Read more
