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How to Create More Inclusive Volunteer Experiences on Public Lands
NEEF and NPS share lessons learned from the 2024 Points of Light Conference to make volunteer events like...
Extreme Heat and Your Health
Climate change is making heat waves worse. Learn how to stay safe and protect your health in extreme heat.
How Climate Change is Impacting US River Systems
A changing climate impacts the quality and quantity of water in US rivers. Observed and projected changes in...
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Get involved in citizen science projects any time of year to learn about environmental issues and support biodiversity.
Studies have shown spending time in nature benefits mental and physical health. Try incorporating forest bathing into your next community volunteer event.
Discover how to plan, execute, and conclude effective environmental education activities that will engage and inspire your community with these practical tips
Lessons learned from a collaborative Greening STEM partnership between Teaneck Creek Conservancy, New Jersey middle schools, and NEEF.
Read the incredible story of how NEEF and DoD Legacy program united the Navy and native Hawaiians in restoring a cherished royal fishpond in Pearl Harbor.
Use NEEF’s health and wellness engagement guide to communicate the health and wellness benefits of nature when planning volunteer events.
Explore how climate change threatens America's national parks and discover ways you can help preserve these natural wonders for future generations.
Eric Gray, founder and executive director of Catalyst Sports, shares his top five steps public lands managers should follow to ensure their volunteer events are
NEEF and NPS share lessons learned from the 2024 Points of Light Conference to make volunteer events like National Public Lands Day more inclusive.
NEEF spoke with Juan D. Martinez, senior program manager at the Aspen Institute and co-founder of Fresh Tracks, about his experiences growing up in South