kids and nature

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

Ranger Rick at Hike and Seek Chicago

Bringing Outdoor Fun to the Windy City – Hike & Seek Takes on Chicago

Friday, October 1, couldn’t have been any nicer. The weather was picture perfect and Chicago seemed to be enjoying the beginning of a beautiful fall weekend. After receiving the much-anticipated … Read more

NWF and Georgia Affiliate Host Summit on Children and the Outdoors

On Saturday, October 23rd, the Georgia Wildlife Federation and the National Wildlife Federation in partnership with the Georgia No Child Left Inside Coalition are hosting the Georgia Summit on Children … Read more

Creating Earthly Connections

How outdoor play inspires kids to care about the planet 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

Outdoor Games to Play on Halloween

Trick-or-treating gives families a great reason to venture out after sunset Read more

3 Fascinating Facts About Animals At Night

Impress your kids by sharing some “nighttime nature” knowledge this Halloween. Read more

3 Fun Games for an Outdoor Birthday Party

Birthday bashes belong outdoors—even in autumn! Read more

Adventure in a Park: Prepping for the “Hike and Seek” Event

It’s early Saturday morning, with large iced coffees in hand, National Wildlife Federation’s Jaime Matyas and I are packing snacks (goldfish yum!) and our children into the car.  MacKenzie (7 … Read more