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Forest Therapy: A Walk in the Forest Does a World of Good
Forest therapy is simple. Participants are guided on an outdoor experience designed to support health and wellness through immersion in natural environments, sometimes called ecotherapy or forest bathing. California State […]
How To Enjoy the Beauty of Nature During a Family Road Trip
Traveling with our family gives us the opportunity to see new places and enjoy our surroundings. We can also utilize that dull time while traveling to our destination by seeking ways to […]
Whiskeytown Environmental School: A Legacy of Teaching Children About the Natural World
“After spending the week at WES camp, I realized how much I enjoy learning about nature.” “That was the best day in my entire life!!!” “I loved WES camp and […]
Land Conservation for a Healthy and Resilient Future
Nothing can quite compare to that first dip of your paddle in the fresh water of a cool lake. Or that first step on a trail, immersed with the sweet […]
In Wonder Of The Natural World
When I was a new parent, I remember the sense of wonder in my children’s’ eyes as they learned about the natural world around them. A budding flower with the […]
A Focus On Nature Is Changing Therapy For Kids
Join me on a dog walk,” I said to my kids one afternoon. They sighed as if I had suggested they spend the day memorizing the library’s card catalogue system. But their moods lightened […]
Don’t Get Spooked By Halloween Plastic
Getting dressed up in silly costumes and indulging in tasty treats is a blast at any age, but the Halloween fun often comes with an environmental price: Plastic trick-or-treat bags, […]
Easy Ways To Build Up STEAM At Home
STEAM (Science, Technology Engineering, Arts and Math) has grown in popularity in recent years as a way to educate children for the contemporary world and future jobs. You can foster […]
Make Earth Day Forever With Easy Ways To Reduce, Reuse And Recycle
Every year on April 22, millions of families around the world celebrate Earth Day. The brainchild of Senator Gaylord Nelson, a Democrat from Wisconsin, Earth Day began as a “national […]
