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December 11th
By Mutt Mulligan Family activity ideas just in time for holiday break
The holiday break is just around the corner for school kids across the country. This year, don’t let cabin fever get the best of your family. Instead, take TurfMutt’s advice and take time to explore the green spaces near your home. Green areas serve many purposes: they cool and clean our water and air, provide […]
December 3rd
For many parts of the country this winter is expected to be a doozie. Now is a good time good time to get ready for cold weather, before the temperatures take a nose dive. Turn off the water to hoses and lawn sprinklers so the pipes don’t freeze and burst. Be sure to drain residual […]
November 29th
By Mutt Mulligan Holiday decorating safety tips
‘Tis the season to deck the halls and the exterior of your home. According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, about 2,500 people are injured every year hanging holiday lights. To stay safe while decorating outside this season, follow a few common-sense tips. 1. Know your limits. If you have a […]
November 13th
By Mutt Mulligan November is “Adopt a Senior Dog” Month
Have you considered adopting a senior dog? If so, there is no better time than the present since November is “Adopt a Senior Dog Month” According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), there are many reasons to consider adopting an older dog. They are easier to train. Older dogs […]
November 9th
By Mutt Mulligan TurfMutt Announces 2nd Annual Spruce Up Your School Sweepstakes
Could your child’s school use an eco-friendly outdoor makeover? If so, you should encourage your kid’s teacher to enter TurfMutt’s Spruce Up Your School Sweepstakes. The winning school will receive a $5,000 grant to help make the grounds around the school more eco-friendly by adding trees, shrubbery and more. Two runners up will also receive […]
November 8th
By Mutt Mulligan TurfMutt Program Expands to Reach Families
Check out our redesigned website (TurfMutt.com), allowing TurfMutt to reach both educators and families through an expanded digital experience, including: A new “Families” Page shares the importance of backyards, parks, school yards and other community outdoor spaces, and presents ideas on how to foster healthy growth. The page includes family-focused activity guides, such as creating an […]
November 6th
By Mutt Mulligan Storm clean-up safety tips
Millions of people affected by Hurricane Sandy last week will be cleaning up for months. Whether you were impacted by Sandy, find yourself in the path of another hurricane before the season ends on Nov. 30, or are affected by a different type of disaster altogether, here are a few tips to keep in mind […]
October 30th
By Mutt Mulligan ENTER TURFMUTT’S SECOND ANNUAL SPRUCE UP YOUR SCHOOL SWEEPSTAKES
Attention parents of kids in grades K-5! Could your child’s school use an eco-friendly outdoor makeover? If so, you should encourage your kid’s teacher to enter TurfMutt’s Spruce Up Your School Sweepstakes. The winning school will receive a $5,000 grant to help make the grounds around your school more eco-friendly by adding trees, shrubbery […]
October 26th
By Mutt Mulligan CHECK OUT THE NEW TURFMUTT WEBSITE
As you’ve probably noticed, the TurfMutt website has gotten a makeover. It’s part of an effort by Discovery Education and the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s Education and Research Foundation to broaden TurfMutt’s outreach across the country. With TurfMutt’s help, kids from K-5 learn how things grow, the value of personal and community green space, and […]
October 16th
By Mutt Mulligan Tips for Winter Container Gardening
Container gardens are one of the easiest ways to bring a little color and pizazz to your outdoor spaces. Even though the calendar says winter is on its way, it does not necessarily mean you have to stow away the ornamental flower containers for the year. With a little preparation and the right selection of plantings, […]
