nature

  1. Adventure Travel

    3 Great US vacation spots for nature lovers

    By Claire Gallam on Feb 15, 2013
    Do you love the great outdoors? Get a thrill from hiking, surfing, bird-watching, boat tours and expeditions under the sun? If so,...
  2. Children's School & Education

    Winter nature study: Taking your homeschool outdoors

    By Tiany Davis on Jan 10, 2013
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    While most would not think of winter as a prime season to study nature, the winter months are the perfect time to kick off the best...
  3. Toys & Play

    Exploring the outdoors with baby

    By Vicki Clinebell on Oct 5, 2012
    Share the excitement of new sights, smells and sounds with your baby on nature explorations.
  4. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Raise a truly happy child

    By Mary Fetzer on Sep 4, 2012
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    Our lives are centered on our children, and we would do anything to make them happy. Can we give them what they need to find true...
  5. Décor & Style

    Bringing the outdoors in

    By Whitney Coy on May 1, 2012
    After a long, cold winter, we’re all ready to welcome spring and summer with open arms. You don’t have to go outside to experience...
  6. Family Activities

    Connect your kids with nature

    By Leslie Goodman on Apr 24, 2012
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    Collecting seashells, playing in the mud or reading Ranger Rick — sound like memories from your childhood? If you're like me, then...
  7. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    6 Ways nature can boost your mood

    By Michele Borboa, MS on May 20, 2011
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    If you're suffering from the moody blues, anxiety or angry stress, the key to your mental health may be right outside your door....
  8. Activities for Kids

    Tips for selecting the right summer camp for your children

    By Mary Fetzer on May 10, 2011
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    Summer camp is a fun, interactive way for your child to develop self confidence and a sense of responsibility. Not all camps are the...
  9. Family Activities

    7 Kid-friendly outdoor activities

    By Tiernan McKay on May 4, 2011
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    With spring fast approaching, it's time to get the kids back into nature. Exposing them to a wide range of outdoor activities at a...
  10. Eco-Parenting

    10 Fun tips to green your kids

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Apr 20, 2011
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    Earth Day is a fun holiday to teach your kids about being more eco-conscious, but every day can be a great opportunity to green your...
  11. Live Green

    Teach your kids the value of nature

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Apr 13, 2011
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    Kids who are constantly engaged in gaming, texting and television often have little connection or appreciation for nature because...
  12. Wellness

    Brighten up your health

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Dec 16, 2010
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    Does your job have you deprived of daylight, arriving early and leaving when the sun is on its way down? Good news: You can bring...