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Fun Winter Outdoor Activities for Families — To Beat Cabin Fever

Cure your kids’ winter blues with these easy ideas for outdoor fun Read more

6 Reasons You Don’t Go Outside—And How To Get Over Them

Does a small voice inside of you tell you that you shouldgo outside more? Maybe you’ve noticed that the kids are calmer and happier after a walk. Or you learned that lack of … Read more

IOC: “Global Warming is Definitely a Factor” in Winter Games

As the Winter Games in Vancouver draw near, a major problem is coming to light. A record-setting January has left the city with a snow shortage.
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Oddball Winter Weather – More Intense Storms

By Larry J. Schweiger As the East Coast is experiencing another big snowstorm, I thought I’d highlight National Wildlife Federation’s recently released report “Oddball Winter Weather: Global Warming’s Wakeup Call … Read more

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How Nature Can Help You Fight the Winter Doldrums

Getting cabin fever from spending too much time indoors lately? Don’t despair. Research shows that regular contact with nature boosts physical and mental health as well as productivity and with … Read more

New NWF Report Details Climate Change’s Impacts on Winter Weather

The National Wildlife Federation has issued a new report on how climate change is impacting winter weather. Read more

5 Tips to Stay Warm Outside In Winter

It’s not bathing suit weather, but winter’s still a great season for outdoor fun. Be prepared! 1. Dress in Layers Wear several layers of clothing and peel them off if … Read more

Celebrating Solstice

Children’s author Mary Quattlebaum knows how to have a Green Hour even at the the darkest time of the year. Read more

Outdoor Kids: Watch The Sunrise

Fall and winter are great times to catch the sunrise. Watch Rebecca Cohen’s video and read her blog! Read more

Outdoor Kids: Tag and Rolling Down Hills

Rebecca Cohen plays tag and rolls down a hill, first on her own–then in a big plastic ball. Read more