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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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Learn how wildfire smoke impacts your health, and how you and your family can prepare.
Explore eco-friendly alternatives to road salt and learn how to safely manage winter conditions while protecting our waterways, public lands, and pets.
Dr. Heather Leslie shares strategies that help researchers and scientists concisely and effectively share the impact of their work with the public.
Discover how seasonal weather impacts our favorite holiday foods like turkey, sweet potatoes, and wine, and the important role sustainable agriculture plays in
Farm to school programs use school gardens and child nutrition education to build healthy habits and communities.
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.
Climate change is making heat waves worse. Learn how to stay safe and protect your health in extreme heat.
To stay safe while chasing the sunshine, balance the benefits of getting outdoors with the need to protect yourself from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Transform your summer break into a family volunteer vacation on public lands—bond through trail maintenance, beach clean-ups, and citizen science projects