Play and Observe Outside - National Wildlife Federation


Play and Observe Outside

People are spending less time outside today than ever before - and that needs to change if we want our children to care about nature and wildlife. Get inspiring ideas and share your tips too!

Fight nature deficit with Green Hour^®
Today's overscheduled kids are increasingly "plugged in" to electronic devices and unplugged from nature. By giving our children a daily "Green Hour" — a bit of time for unstructured play and interaction with the natural world — we can help reverse the nature-child disconnect.

Play Outside
How do you get your family inspired to play outside?

NatureQuest^SM
Get ideas on how you and your family can observe nature.

The Great American
Backyard Campout™
People are spending one night out under the stars to help their kids experience nature.

Wildlife Watch 2008
Track spring across the nation.

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