Students and Nature

California State University, Dominquez Hills becomes a Plastics Reduction Partner

The National Wildlife Federation is excited to award the California State University (CSU), Dominguez Hills the Plastics Reduction Partner Bronze level certification for their efforts to reduce single-use plastics on campus. … Read more

Engaging the next generation in conservation: Florida’s Gulf Specimen Aquarium

When I was 18 years old, recently graduated from high school and moving to Tampa from my family home in Brooksville, Florida, on the southern Nature Coast, I was ready … Read more

National Wildlife Federation Early Childhood Health Outdoors Awarded Grants from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood, and Other Funders

National Wildlife Federation Early Childhood Health Outdoors Awarded Grants from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood, and other funders Early Childhood Health Outdoors (ECHO) is thrilled to … Read more

Monarch Heroes: Celebrating 10 Years of Wonder, Curiosity, and Stewardship of the Monarch Butterfly, Part 2

In Part 1 of this Monarch Heroes celebration, we talked about the beginnings of the Monarch Heroes program and its multi-faceted approach to monarch conservation. Here, we’ll highlight a handful … Read more

Monarch butterfly on a flower.

Monarch Heroes: Celebrating 10 Years of Wonder, Curiosity, and Stewardship of the Monarch Butterfly, Part 1

“Monarch Heroes, a program that empowers Texas students to create Schoolyard Habitats, shows students that science is alive outside their classroom walls. Experiencing this program transformed my teaching philosophy while … Read more

Monarch on a flower.

Collaboration and Teamwork Create Success for Youth-Led Pollinator Advocacy and Civic Engagement

The National Wildlife Federation’s Mayors’ Monarch Pledge (MMP) program encourages mayors and other local leaders to take action for the monarch butterfly, an iconic species that has declined dramatically in … Read more

Our Positive Climate Future: According to NWF’s Youth Advisory Council, Part Two

In an effort to thoughtfully consider youth perspectives when shaping strategies to address climate change, protect wildlife, and serve youth, the National Wildlife Federation’s Education and Engagement team convened the … Read more

Our Positive Climate Future: According to NWF’s Youth Advisory Council, Part One

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has been at the forefront of many of our nation’s most significant conservation victories since our founding. Our founder, J.N. “Ding” Darling, had a strong … Read more

Recognizing Excellence in Environmental Action at Fairfax County Public Schools

As a new school year begins, we’re proud to celebrate the 44 outstanding schools in Fairfax County Public Schools that have earned the highest level of recognition from EcoSchools U.S., … Read more

Lift as We Climb: Fostering Environmental Stewards through Earth Tomorrow

Earth Tomorrow has been investing in leadership training and environmental education for youth on the frontlines of the climate crisis for more than 30 years. The program is tailored to … Read more