Working at NWF allows me to work on issues that affect our daily lives–like mercury and carbon pollution, but also issues that will shape future generations and their connection with … Read more
Students and Nature
What National Junior Ranger Day and Ranger Rick Mean to Me (A Lot)
As a young girl, I continually wandered the forests and riverbanks near my home in Massachusetts searching for frogs and other wildlife. I am a part of the last generation … Read more
Green Education Funding Remains in Limbo after White House Summit on Environmental Education
Today I attended the first ever White House Summit on environmental education. There were speakers ranging from Richard Louv to NASCAR. The Presidential Environmental Youth Awardees were inspiring. And … Read more
Dressing for Success for Kids Means Getting Dirty
NWF’s new report, The Dirt on Dirt, brings back memories for me about the joy that being dirty provides kids. When my oldest son was 9 or 10 he went to his … Read more
GUEST POST: Helping Schools Reduce Energy Use Saves Money and Serves as a Teaching Tool
The HELiOS Project (Helios Energy Lights Our Schools) was originally developed as a model for helping school districts build their own renewable energy systems to offset the cost of their electricity use. It has been adopted by a growing number of school districts in California. Read more
5 Perplexing Questions About the Outdoors–Answered!
5 Perplexing Questions About the Outdoors–Answered! Read more
Outdoor Adventures with Friends
It’s my first blog here at NWF and I’m excited. Excited mostly about the opportunity to share how a simple day at Great Falls, VA, one of our favorite parks, can … Read more
