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How Bikeable Is Your Campus?

Looking for a new way to travel around campus this year? How about a bicycle?! Bicycles are a super-efficient way to get from your dorm to class in practically no … Read more

Toad Hunting with Grandpa

I grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago and didn’t really experience wilderness until I was in college. But because of my grandfather’s creative imagination, I learned that to … Read more

Take a Green-Themed Walking Tour of Your Campus!

Get Outside, Students and Nature | Sep 5, 2012

Do you know how “green” your campus is? Here’s a quick quiz to find out: How many green roofs does your school have? (2 points, plus 1 bonus point if … Read more

Montana Sushi Girl: My Fish Tale

Conservation, Students and Nature, Wildlife Facts | Sep 5, 2012

The first time I took my daughter camping we went to Rock Creek, a blue ribbon trout stream just 30 minutes east of Missoula, Montana. My father took me there … Read more

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Hike & Seek Question: What Are Bats?

Students and Nature | Aug 29, 2012

In September and October, NWF’s Hike & Seek™ program will be offered in select cities nationwide, teaching children of all ages about wildlife and the outdoors. “What Are Bats?” is a pre-Hike … Read more

Shattered Sky

Conservation, Students and Nature | Aug 24, 2012

Shattered Sky is a new documentary that uses the true story of the ozone crisis to inspire action addressing climate and energy issues. The National Wildlife Federation is the education … Read more

Eco-Schools USA Case Study: Ben Franklin Elementary School

Conservation, Students and Nature | Aug 17, 2012

Ben Franklin Elementary School’s EPA Program teaches Civics and Government through an Environmental Lens At Ben Franklin Elementary School in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, students are learning how to be leaders, engaged community … Read more

Back-to-School Yard Sales Reduce Campus Waste, Support Community

Get Outside, Students and Nature | Aug 13, 2012

If you’re a college student as we near the end of August, you’re probably beginning to think about back-to-school. Time to dig out the boxes and bins of dorm room … Read more

Damselflies, Dragonflies and Unexpected Discoveries

Get Outside, Students and Nature, Wildlife Facts | Aug 10, 2012

I’ve got a new hideout. At least that’s what my son calls it—the natural area by the stream down the street. We had stopped by the other day, hoping to … Read more