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Five Faunal Forecasters: Can Animals Predict the Weather?

Here are five animals that are known for their weather wisdom. Some of these proverbs are true, while others...

See Stars This Winter Using Citizen Science

Discover citizen science projects and free curriculum to help kids learn about the night sky. February 3 marks...

Environmental Education Activities to Keep Your Students Engaged This Winter

Environmental educators need to find unique ways to keep their students engaged with the material outside of...

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Show Your Love for Sustainability with These Valentine’s Day Ideas

Explore a sustainable Valentine's Day: From eco-friendly cards to thoughtful gifts, discover ways to celebrate with love and consideration for the planet's well

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Why Is Science Communication Important?

Dr. Heather Leslie shares strategies that help researchers and scientists concisely and effectively share the impact of their work with the public.

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How to Participate in Citizen Science All Year Long

Get involved in citizen science projects any time of year to learn about environmental issues and support biodiversity.

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Want to Increase Community Engagement with Your Public Lands Site? Try Forest Bathing

Studies have shown spending time in nature benefits mental and physical health. Try incorporating forest bathing into your next community volunteer event.

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How to Plan an Environmental Education Activity on Public Lands

Discover how to plan, execute, and conclude effective environmental education activities that will engage and inspire your community with these practical tips

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Use the Health Benefits of Nature to Promote Your Next Outdoor Volunteering Event

Use NEEF’s health and wellness engagement guide to communicate the health and wellness benefits of nature when planning volunteer events.

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Five Key Steps to Planning a Successful, Inclusive Volunteer Event

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

A woman shows a young girl how to perform a water quality monitoring activity at an NPLD volunteer event. Several young people are working on the project at a table in the background.

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 National Public Lands Day more inclusive.

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Stay Safe in the Sun and Heat This Summer

To stay safe while chasing the sunshine, balance the benefits of getting outdoors with the need to protect yourself from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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How Land Managers Can Increase Accessibility by Improving Information Access

Public lands managers can increase accessibility for people with disabilities at the sites they manage by implementing universal design strategies to solve