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Embrace the Outdoors to Beat the Winter Blues
Want to get outdoors, but wintry weather is stopping you? Check out this list of fun outdoor winter activities...
Why Is Science Communication Important?
Dr. Heather Leslie shares strategies that help researchers and scientists concisely and effectively share the...
Preparing High School and College Students for a Career in Environmental Science
Learn how students can prepare for environmental science careers through STEM education, college planning...
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NEEF's Health program highlights the connection between climate change and mental health and how the Climate Emotions Toolkit can support student well-being.
NEEF and the USDA Forest Service grants help connect veterans with nature so they can heal, transition back to civilian life, and find jobs.
Studies have shown spending time in nature benefits mental and physical health. Try incorporating forest bathing into your next community volunteer event.
Use NEEF’s health and wellness engagement guide to communicate the health and wellness benefits of nature when planning volunteer events.
July is Park and Recreation Month, a celebration of the benefits that local parks and rec departments provide to communities.
Transform your summer break into a family volunteer vacation on public lands—bond through trail maintenance, beach clean-ups, and citizen science projects
National Trails Day is the first Saturday in June and provides the perfect opportunity to go hiking with your family and share your love of being outside.
Explore how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has shaped accessibility on public lands and why inclusive design remains essential for parks, trails, and
We share some tips on how to go hiking with your dog and the benefits of enrolling them in the BARK Ranger program.
By 2030, the Atlanta BeltLine is expected to loop 22 miles of modern streetcar, 33 miles of multi-use trail, and 1,300 acres of parks. How? Public funding