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How to Find the Right Mix of Screen Time and Nature Time
Find screen time recommendations by age, family-friendly tips for setting limits, and outdoor apps that help...
The Mental Health Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
From forest bathing to climate anxiety, NEEF connects the science of nature and mental health with practical...
Wetlands Work for Us
Learn more about the importance of wetlands in the US, how you can help protect your local wetlands, and...
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Discover how to plan, execute, and conclude effective environmental education activities that will engage and inspire your community with these practical tips
Use NEEF’s health and wellness engagement guide to communicate the health and wellness benefits of nature when planning volunteer events.
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
NEEF and NPS share lessons learned from the 2024 Points of Light Conference to make volunteer events like National Public Lands Day more inclusive.
To stay safe while chasing the sunshine, balance the benefits of getting outdoors with the need to protect yourself from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Public lands managers can increase accessibility for people with disabilities at the sites they manage by implementing universal design strategies to solve
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.
Explore real-world Greening STEM projects that help educators connect STEM lessons to local parks, waterways, and communities through hands-on field experiences
NEEF staffers share their favorite hiking trails on America's public lands to commemorate National Take a Hike Day.
In this article, we share how becoming a grant reviewer can give you the edge you need to write more successful grant proposals.