Nature

3 Great US vacation spots for nature lovers

Claire Gallam — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 06:16:00 -0800

Do you love the great outdoors? Get a thrill from hiking, surfing, bird-watching, boat tours and expeditions under the sun? If so, forget the normal everyday vacation and book a getaway at one of these nature-oriented destinations!

Winter nature study: Taking your homeschool outdoors

Tiany Davis — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800

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 of the year's nature studies. You will find there are many things to observe and experience during the winter months.

Exploring the outdoors with baby

Vicki Clinebell — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:11:00 -0700

Share the excitement of new sights, smells and sounds with your baby on nature explorations.

Raise a truly happy child

Mary Fetzer — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:00:00 -0700

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 happiness?

Bringing the outdoors in

Whitney Coy — Tue, 01 May 2012 01:47:00 -0700

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 the beauty of nature. Bring it inside with these tips from SheKnows.

Connect your kids with nature

Leslie Goodman — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:00:00 -0700

Collecting seashells, playing in the mud or reading Ranger Rick — sound like memories from your childhood? If you're like me, then yes, they do.

6 Ways nature can boost your mood

Michele Borboa, MS — Fri, 20 May 2011 12:34:00 -0700

If you're suffering from the moody blues, anxiety or angry stress, the key to your mental health may be right outside your door. According to Brant Secunda and world champion Ironman Mark Allen, authors of Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You, connecting with nature not only brings beauty into your life, it can significantly boost your mood. Here’s what they had to say about the power of nature in improving your mental health.

Tips for selecting the right summer camp for your children

Mary Fetzer — Tue, 10 May 2011 05:30:00 -0700

Summer camp is a fun, interactive way for your child to develop self confidence and a sense of responsibility. Not all camps are the same, however, so it's important to carefully research the long list of available programs to find the organization best suited to your child and family.

7 Kid-friendly outdoor activities

Tiernan McKay — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:35:00 -0700

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 young age will help foster an appreciation for the outdoors that will last a lifetime.

10 Fun tips to green your kids

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:00:00 -0700

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 kids. Here are 10 of our favorite tips to raise an eco-friendly family.

Teach your kids the value of nature

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Kids who are constantly engaged in gaming, texting and television often have little connection or appreciation for nature because their daily lives revolve around technology and not the outdoors. Fostering an appreciation of nature in our kids is a crucial component to ensuring the welfare of the environment and wildlife. We talked to Jay Holcomb, director emeritus of International Bird Rescue, about his involvement in the newly launched Junior Wildlife Champions program for kids and how parents can teach their kids the value of nature.

Brighten up your health

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 13:16:00 -0800

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 the outdoors inside and reap the same mind and body benefits. Here's how.