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The Mental Health Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
NEEF's Health program highlights the connection between climate change and mental health and how the Climate...
Addressing Common Asthma Myths
Over 25 million people in the US have asthma, and it's the leading chronic disease in children. We tackle some...
Asthma Awareness Month: Promoting Asthma-Friendly School Environments
May is Asthma Awareness Month, and May 1st is World Asthma Day. As a leading chronic illness affecting...
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Looking for environmental volunteering opportunities during the winter months? These are just a few examples of the types of positions that are waiting to be
Extreme weather events such as hurricanes, floods, drought, extreme heat, and wildfires are occurring at increased rates due to a changing climate and can
Environmental educators need to find unique ways to keep their students engaged with the material outside of class. We gathered several STEM-focused ideas for
Every year, thousands of volunteers identify and count birds during Audubon's Christmas Bird Count (CBC). The annual count—which is in its 120th year—helps
Seniors can benefit from outdoor activity and it doesn't have to be extreme. Participating in a yoga class in a local park, going for a stroll, or simply making
Record visitation to America's parks means being a good steward is more important than ever. On November 18, 2020, a mysterious metal structure was spotted by
On the fourth Saturday in September each year, NEEF joins forces with its longtime partner Toyota Motor North America for the nation's largest single-day
The environment can have a big impact on our health and this is especially true for kids. Children and infants are at higher risk of being impacted by pollution
Discover Indigenous stories in national parks, exploring the rich history behind place names. Join the journey, fostering cultural understanding and respect.
Bats play an important role in ecosystems around the world, year-round. Today, bat populations are in decline due to loss of habitat and disease, putting those