Be Out There

Girl in leaves

Thanking Nature for Bounty and Blessings

Children’s author Mary Quattlebaum shares a book about eight Earth Heroes who “gave back” to the natural world. Read more

Steps For Activating Kids: Get Outside

Usually I blog about climate change, but right now my mind is on running and jumping. Or lack thereof. I just read an interesting (and scary) post over at the … Read more

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5 Fantastic Outdoor Blogs by Parents (plus 6 more!)

Meet 5 moms and dads who blog simple, practical tips and activities to inspire families to step away from the computer — and go outside! Read more

Leaf animals

Fall Fun: Leaf Animals

Clouds fill the sky, and raindrops fall. But there is sunshine in the autumn leaves—so brilliant against the gray background. I find myself reminiscing this day, recalling a damp afternoon … Read more

Get To Know Contest

Get To Know Contest: Enter Your Child’s Nature-Inspired Artwork

Enter your kids’ nature-inspired drawings, video, photos, or writing in the Get To Know Contest by November 30. Read more

Roan Plateau

NWF and Let’s Move! in Estes Park, Colorado

This post was written by Patrick Fitzgerald, NWF’s Director of Education Advocacy. Hello from Colorado! This week I’m at the 125th anniversary of camping celebration at the beautiful YMCA of … Read more

Boy looking at seed with magnifying glass

Hiked and Sought – One Family’s Experience of Hike and Seek

There in the middle of the path was a small exuberant lady with curly hair. On a log by her feet were pine needles, tulip poplar seeds and a variety … Read more

Hike and Seek Hikers

Kids Discover Nature with NWF’s Hike & Seek at Seneca Creek State Park

After three days of torrential rain, the bright morning sun was welcomed by NWF’s Hike & Seekers at Seneca Creek State Park on Saturday. The air was crisp and clean, … Read more

The Nature of Childhood Needs More Nature

It’s hard to believe 3 months have passed since the day I spent on a flat bottom boat, under the raging Gulf sun, surrounded by oil, meandering through the Gulf … Read more

The Oregon Duck Wishes He Could Be Out There

The Oregon Duck may be trapped inside on a nice day. But you can still Be Out There. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhY2zsSSRO8[/youtube] Read more