
Ah, the lazy, hazy days of summer… the perfect time for outdoor exploring, adventuring and play! But if your child is logging more hours in front of the television or computer than being active, her health could be at risk.

These days we're just not getting enough exercise or fresh air. North Americans are barely squeezing in 30 minutes of exercise every other day, even though health officials recommend at least 60 minutes per day.

“Let children walk with Nature, let them see the beautiful blendings and communions of death and life, their joyous inseparable unity…” John Muir

A family outing to wetlands is a chance to see wildlife up close and learn about ecosystems.

Want to cut down on the mosquitoes in your garden? Invite a bat into your yard by installing a safe and comfortable bat house. You can make constructing your bat house a fun family project.

Want to get your kids enthused about the environment? Check out this list of fun activities that will help both you and your children connect with nature.

Want to get your kids enthused about the environment? Check out this list of fun activities that will help both you and your children connect with nature.