june/july 2012 cover of big backyard magazineWhat's a Wader?

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Camp Out with Bonnie and Chester

The Great American Backyard Campout is June 23!

 

Bonnie and Chester have all the camping activities and tips you need!

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lion by landonDid you send us a
Backyard Buddies drawing recently?

 

Check out our slideshow to see if we included yours in our online gallery! 

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Highlights from our current issue:

 

luna moth craftLuna Moth Sun Catcher

This sun catcher will brighten up your window.

 

 

 

 

let's draw a heron

Let's Draw

Learn to draw a heron using our step-by-step guide.

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my dad's a hero sandwichMy Dad's a Hero Sandwich

Put this heart-shaped sandwich on the menu for Dad's special day.

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starfield with constellationsOutdoor Fun: Star Struck

There is so much to discover in the night sky. Learn the basics of stargazing in this fun activity.

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nature braceletNature Bracelet

Explore the outdoors and get a cool new accessory in this nature bracelet activity.

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cover of an egret's dayBonnie's Book Club: An Egret's Day

Poems by Jane Yolen, Photos by Jason Stemple

Bonnie says: "This book of poetry is chock full of fun facts about egrets."

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