This Saturday, June 12th, is National Get Outdoors Day, and the USDA Forest Service and the Ad Council want to help you spend more time in forests and re-connected to nature. Their website, DiscoverTheForest.org, provides you with the tools and motivation you need to get outside!.
At http://www.DiscoverTheForest.org you can find:
- An excellent “nature finder” tool that lets you simply type in your zip code and find the nearest forest, park or nature sanctuary
- Lots of fun online games that will teach you and your and kids interesting things about nature, like how to identify wildlife tracks or use a compass
- Tips on how to help get your kids outside and enjoying nature, including an activity book of stuff to do when out in nature
· You can also become a fan at facebook.com/DiscoverTheForest for access to fun photos, tips, nature information and much more.
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