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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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Public lands managers can increase accessibility for people with disabilities at the sites they manage by implementing universal design strategies to solve
July is Park and Recreation Month, a celebration of the benefits that local parks and rec departments provide to communities.
From extreme weather to toxic plants and foods, learn how to protect all your furry, scaly, and feathered friends. Check out our tips to keep your pets happy
Learn about NEEF’s environmental and health grant application process, such as what to include and what to leave out when writing a successful grant.
Transform your summer break into a family volunteer vacation on public lands—bond through trail maintenance, beach clean-ups, and citizen science projects
NEEF's Health program highlights the connection between climate and mental health and how to improve health equity by increasing access to the outdoors.
Learn how AmeriCorps VISTA program members are working on Greening STEM projects at national parks across the country to support environmental education efforts
Abella Cathey's journey from One Stone School to Boise State University showcases the power of hands-on Greening STEM experiences.
Check out the Federal fee-free days for 2024, when entrance fees for public lands are waived across the country, including National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on
Success Story
Youth are learning that they can go away to pursue STEM education and come back and help manage these lands that their people have historically lived on.