“A Community Wildlife Habitat is a community that provides habitat for wildlife throughout the community–in individual backyards, on school grounds and in public areas such as parks, community gardens, places … Read more
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An Afternoon at the White House: Junior Ranger Rick Reporter Chats with Michelle Obama
As we reported last week, 6th-grader junior Ranger Rick reporter Daniel Symons got the AMAZING opportunity to chat with Michelle Obama at the White House on Wednesday about the Let’s … Read more
5 Ways to Tell Spring Has Arrived
National Wildlife Federation Conservation Hall of Fame honoree Henry David Thoreau wrote in his journal on March 17, 1857, “No mortal is alert enough to be present at the first … Read more
Junior Ranger Rick Reporter to Interview First Lady
On March 16, 11-year-old Daniel Symons will chat with First Lady Michelle Obama about her garden and the Let’s Move! campaign — at the White House! Read more
It’s in the dirt! Bacteria in soil may make us happier, smarter
Dirt can be good for you? That’s what recent scientific research is telling us. So — pass the mud pies! Read more
No Child Left Inside- Be Out There!
No Child Left Inside How often do kids spend time outdoors in unstructured play? Not too often nowadays. If you think your kids are getting that outdoor time at school, … Read more
Celebrate National Wildlife Week with 15 Minutes Outside
Want to know how you can celebrate National Wildlife Week right in your backyard? Head outside for 15 minutes each day the week of March 14-20 to notice the nature in your neighborhood with these five activities Read more
Even President Obama Has Trouble Getting His Kids Outside
If you don’t think you have anything in common with the President of the United States, think again. Wednesday night, on February 16, 2011, President Barack Obama, had this to … Read more
Green Hearts for Valentine’s Day
Get tips for having a “green” Valentine’s Day with your kids this year. Read more
Family Camping in January? It Can Be Done — in FLORIDA!
With 2 kids in tow (ages 4 and 17 months), Be Out There mom Holly Ambrose headed for a New Year’s camping adventure just an hour from her home — in Everglades National Park. Read more