May 29th

A growing body of scientific research indicates that spending time in green spaces is good for health and well-being at any time. But backyards, parks and other green spaces have proven to be critical to help people relax and de-stress during stay-at-home orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “As spring progresses into summer, the importance […]

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May 27th

After reviewing over 2,300 contest submissions, the TurfMutt Foundation and Scholastic announced the winners of TurfMutt’s national “The (Really) Great Outdoors” contest, which was launched early in winter 2020. Rylee Tittle, an eighth-grade student at Christ the King Lutheran School in Memphis, Tenn., won the $2,500 grand prize for her essay and artwork envisioning a […]

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May 20th

Your backyard, always a great for your health and well-being, can do even more for families this summer by being a place to hold a staycation. With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping more people closer to home, a backyard vacation can be a fun way to spend time together and build new memories as a family […]

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May 19th

The family yard is now the safe outdoor space to relax, play, and de-stress, especially during these challenging times when so many are sheltering at home. The TurfMutt Foundation reminds families that nature starts right outside your back door, and one way to help nature is to make sure your yard supports our very-important pollinators. […]

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May 14th

It’s no surprise that beautiful landscaping improves curb appeal and increases home values (by as much as 17%!). But in the era of physical distancing, homeowners’ green space becomes an even greater asset to home values as yards become a safe way to enjoy the outdoors, de-stress, and contribute to overall well-being. Check out this […]

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May 11th

Each year, the National Park Trust hosts Kids to Parks Day to encourage families to engage with the local, state, and national parks and public lands in their communities. The goal is to foster future outdoor enthusiasts and create the next generation of park stewards by engaging kids in memorable outdoor experiences. Because of COVID-19 […]

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May 6th

May is the National Wildlife Federation’s 8th Annual Garden for Wildlife Month. It’s a way for Americans to help their local wildlife by making their yard or garden wildlife-friendly and creating a Certified Wildlife Habitat(R). In accordance with the annual event, the National Wildlife Federation conducted a survey in partnership with the University of New […]

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May 5th

While no one is immune from the devastation of a natural disaster, preparing before a storm hits is key to keeping everyone in your family—including your pets—safe. It’s even more important now–in an era of social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic–that pet parents have a plan to keep their furry family members out of […]

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